CRT-P implant

[sarvane91]

Hi all

I was diagnosed with heart failure a year ago. Maximum dose of heart meds didn’t work so 3 days ago I had a crt-p device implanted.

Can anyone give me an idea on how long it takes for this to start working? Obviously I know this will differ from person to person.

Hearing your experiences would be good.

Thanks in advance

Sarah

[ajaxer]

The implant should start doing its job immediately,After the initial discomfort has worn off

you will feel a lot better.My breathing has improved no end since I had mine fitted.Here is a tip,if you have not showered since the op,take one now as it will loosen dressing and ease discomfort.

[sarvane91 in reply to ajaxer]

Thanks for your reply ajaxer.

I’m still as wheezy but I’m guessing I’m being too impatient?

Glad you’re feeling so much better 😊

[Bigbrian]

Hi

Had my CRT-D fitted a week ago and now starting to feel good, once the wound pain/discomfort lessens you will feel better. More blood seems to be getting to bits that weren’t getting their fair share I think now.

Definetly ensure the wound is kept clean and follow the hospital advice on it.

Getting lots of hospital appointments through the door to visit cardiologist, physio-technical people and heart nurses now it’s been done.

They say it takes 3-6 months before it’s fully adjusted to you so a long way to go but it will make a huge difference.

[sarvane91 in reply to Bigbrian]

That’s great to hear. Glad it’s working for you. Hopefully will get better and better.

Thanks for the reply. It’s really helpful.

All the best for the future 😊

[Juliahoop]

Hi Sarvane, I had a CRT-D implanted over a year and a half ago. I was in a really bad way with heart failure, and had been in bed for several months already. It took a long time for me to get to the point of being able to do down the stairs, and then later to go to the local shop. 8 months later, however, I managed to walk 18 kilometres in one go! In 2019 I got better and better, and have been cycling and swimming and returning to a relatively normal lifestyle. I'm working a lot less, which causes me distress, but I have faith that things will work out.

Good luck with yours. Have patience and positivity, and push yourself gently. Don't get stuck in a rut.

[sarvane91 in reply to Juliahoop]

Goodness, sounds like you’ve really been through a rough time. So glad to hear that the device has been so good for you.

I obviously do need a little more patience.

Wishing you all the best for the future and so pleased for you. 😊