CONFIRM Rx Insertable Cardiac Monitor

[kbowler]

So, I am 19 years old, and in the last few years, have had a lot of dizzy spells, fainting episodes, painful palpitations, and a fast heart rate. Nearly a year ago, i had the SJM CONFIRM Rx monitor inserted. Getting it in was HORRENDOUS. So painful,even after the local anaesthetic. It also got infected, and i had to go on antibiotics. now, nearly a year after having it in, i can see it sticking out my chest. It also hurts when i touch it. Has anyone else had a similar experience with it? I am dreading it having to be taken out, as getting it in was so painful. It also rarely works. When i try to record with it, it says it cant connect. I went for a follow up for it, as they "needed to adjust the sensitivity", and they figured out that the sensitivity changes depending on what position i am in. It has been super unreliable. I have an appointment for March booked, but I dont know exactly what its about, since it said on the letter its for Pacemakers. I just feel like it isnt in right, and isnt working.

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Hi, just following up to find out how everything is going. Did you explain at your appointment in March your concerns?

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Best wishes, Rachel