Hi im just interested to know how many of you with a Cardiac ICD still work ? And what line of work are you in ?
As ill be honest im struggling ! Xx
Hi im just interested to know how many of you with a Cardiac ICD still work ? And what line of work are you in ?
As ill be honest im struggling ! Xx
I’m sorry to hear you are struggling. Do say a bit more about what you are going through, and the reasons for the questions you ask. . I think it will help people in similar situations, offer helpful ideas and share their experiences with you,
Hi, I'm still working, but feel the stress is setting off A-Fib, although not confirmed by the hospital. I am 58 and considering any other options, too early to retire, but something less stressful.
Hey. I'm 35 and have an ICD. I stopped working after my diagnosis and haven't worked since at the recommendation of my consultant. I know everyone is different though x
HI there, I'm 45, still working. I work in education for 4 days a week and a local bike shop 2 days a week. I also struggled, but when it cam to a change of the ICD because of the batteries. It's easy to sit here and say not to worry, but things will improve, your ICD is a safety net so to speak, it shouldn't be a barrier to doing things.
Hi , I’ve had mine 7 weeks now , going back to work in October in retail, it is scary but ive just got to get on with it x
Feejean, I had cardiac arrest in 2020 at age of 60 (ventricular fibrillation) and was fitted with ICD at time. I worked from home so gradually started working after about 2 months maybe two days per week, building up to full week after about 4 months. This was admittedly easier than commuting to work place etc and I did take advantage of having occasional lie dow during the day. I'm still working and I'm generally feeling good. I had blacked-out incident while out on my bike few months ago: I crashed but my ICD activated and saved my life, ok since then but no more cycling. We are all different and I consider myself very lucky - others have range of difficulties. Small steps as they say and you'll get there. An understanding employer is also a bonus and you have the insurance of your ICD.
Hi there, I've had my ICD for nearly 6 months. In Feb had a heart attack then went into cardiac arrest...dont remember a thing accept waking up at Harefield complete shock. I'm a personal trainer and spinning instructor. I've been teaching spinning classes for the last month or so. Feel ok just backing off a bit as it's very intense. So I think building your activities up slowly is the key. I look at myself as being cybernetic and my ICD is a little guardian. Stay strong xx