People who have a pacemaker usually get back to their lives without too many problems.
But when having this device in the heart we must take into account that there are certain situations in which precautions must be taken to avoid a failure of this device.
Care and recommendations for a person with a pacemaker:
-Use the cell phone on the opposite side of the heart and slightly distant to avoid interference in the pacemaker because of the electromagnetic waves emitted by the phone.
-Inform the physician or dentist about the presence of a pacemaker in the heart before undergoing medical studies or treatments, since certain medical actions are sometimes contraindicated.
-The person with a pacemaker may engage in physical activity, but contact sports should be avoided as this may damage the device if it is hit.
-Avoid handling or being near magnets as this may impair the proper functioning of the pacemaker.
-It is also necessary to avoid sources of high voltage or high tension since it can interfere with the pacemaker.
It is convenient for the person to have the card indicating that he/she has a pacemaker since in the event of an accident or health problem, this information will help to avoid medical complications.
It is vital to follow the required controls for the proper functioning of the pacemaker.
This device is really very safe and with minimum precautions it is possible that its functioning is not altered.
The pacemaker really helps many people to have a good quality of life.
It is important if we feel that something is wrong with our heart go urgently to the doctor to control the functioning of the pacemaker.
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