I have a slow heart rate...getting slower. Used to be in the 60's now commonly in the 50's and in the 40's when I sleep. I have a leaky heart valve which I believe is the cause of the slow heart rate. At my age of 78 and diabetes I do not think I am a good candidate for a valve replacement. Question...will drs consider providing a Pacemaker if I have a leaky valve.
Pacemaker with a leaky valve? - Advanced Prostate...
Pacemaker with a leaky valve?
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Do you take beta blockers? Do you have episodes of dizziness? Which valve is leaking?
Consult with a cardiologist. They need to rule out sinus arryhthmias, the need for a pacemaker, and if it is adequate in your situation to use ditialzem which can lower the heart rate.
Thank you...I got the diltiazem for angina...definitely worth talking about...I will give feedback if I get in to see the Thai doc.
My guess is they have to Thai up that leaky valve....BTW see your Kardiologist....our heart here is in our prostate.....
Good Luck, Good Health and Good Humor.
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