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15 year old with complete heart block/bradycardia
by KSchap, Feb 17, 2009 01:20PM
My son was oringinally diagnosed with bradycardia w/ a first degree block 3 years ago. His diagnosis changed in August after his routine treadmill we discovered that he now has a 3rd degree block. He is an athlete and plays basketball. His doctor said that he doesn't want to put in a pacemaker at this time. I am concerned because everything I research says that a pacemaker should be inserted if you have a 3rd degree/complete block. Should I get a second opinion? Is he safe to play basketball? Will he be able to continue basketball after a pacemaker?
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I read in the "related discussions" that a 3rd degree block strongly suggests implementation of a pacemaker. I am not arguing with your doctor's advice, but from what I read a second opinion may be helpful.
Perhaps someone with a pacemaker who is also an active athlete will give input on playing basketball with pacemaker. I'd guess no.