Life after pacemaker and av node ablation

[Peepal]

I had a pacemaker and av node ablation for AF about 4 weeks ago as my heart rate was constantly high in spite of maximum dose of Bisopralol. I still feel very tired and can sleep for 2-3 hours during the day as well as a normal nights sleep. Is this normal ? I’d like to add that due to high heart rate had not been eating well and lost a lot of weight over the last 6 months. Could it be my body trying to recover from all that or could it be something serious. I’m now on 2.5 Bisopralol only. I have not posted on AF alliance part of Health Unlocked cos not enough people seem to answer there. I have a pacemaker check in 4 weeks time. Others seem to recover immediately after pm implant. I’m an 87 year old female. Any answers would be welcome.

[Andrew1966]

Hi, I had a pacemaker fitted for complete heart block I'm on meds for heart failure, the pace maker didn't make me feel any better, I'm 53. Good luck

[Fredders]

It could be the settings on your pacemaker. I had mine fitted as I got complete heart block after my heart surgery and afterwards I got very out of breath easily and tired. At my check up they tweaked my settings and it made such a difference. You could give your pacemaker clinic a ring and speak to them if you don’t want to wait until your appointment.

Wendy