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Can Someone With A Defibrillator Please Tell Me What To Expect When It Comes To The Process Of Getting One Etc...

A MyHeartDiseaseTeam Member asked a question 💭
Muskogee, OK

I go in Tuesday morning to get a defibrillator and quite frankly im pretty nervous and scared.

January 5
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A MyHeartDiseaseTeam Member

Good afternoon! I have observed a young man have 1 implanted, while awake. What ever they had given him, besides a local anesthesia. He pulled through like a champ.
Just stay positive; you got this! 😊❤️

January 7
A MyHeartDiseaseTeam Member

It is not that bad have had it twice they do the procedure usually in the morning and you are home that night.

January 5
A MyHeartDiseaseTeam Member

You will do amazing!!! You need it so you will get it and it will all go well!

January 8
A MyHeartDiseaseTeam Member

Hi Tina, let us know how it went. I know you'd do just fine 🙏

January 8
A MyHeartDiseaseTeam Member

I have mine being replaced on Thursday, this is the second time being replaced. It's a minor procedure and you stay awake but sedated.
It's a quick process.

January 8

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