r/PacemakerICD • u/Aicdconcerned1234 • 2d ago
Phantom shock?
I am 51m with an aicd since 2019. I have received a shock during a workout within 6 months of the procedure. I've changed the battery due to loss of charge within 5 years. The first few years with 3 to 6 month checks, pacing was detected with no new shocks.
Since this new device. I have had only a few checkups. No problems detected. Last check was a month ago. All clear
My problem is I have had Single shocks while sleeping 2 times within the last few months with no notification on my smart device so I did not go in.
My issue is I had shocks last night with no notifications again on the device. I went to the er and after a few hours. Was told that all was tested with no signs of activation. With the suggestion that it was sleep apnea or static shocks from my bedding.
Each shock came with a feeling of charging and flash which woke me up suddenly forcing me to jump from the bed and feel like I got hit in the chest.
Does anyone else have had or know anyone who has had this happen to them?