My wife had one installed 15 years ago, and a replacement installed about 8 years ago. It was put in because her heart would not beat regularity (just stop every few seconds as I recall) and she'd pass out. About 1/4 of her heart beats are from the pacemaker kicking in.
One of the big issues is her fear of traveling. In the past security has been a bit of a pain (not always, but you get the occasional prick to deal with). She was in her late 30s when it was first installed, and that may have contributed to it. You have to advocate for yourself, and some gate security just don't like being told what to do, it seems. Anyway, she has a bit of anxiety now when it comes to having to explain the pacemaker or making a scene.
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