Fitbit/vp shunt issues

[Mylenda]

I don't know if anyone out there has a vp shunt. I have the newest one. Where the doctor has to control it by a magnet.  What I mean by that is, he changes the fluid pressure in my head. If I wear my fitbit it bothers that. I wanted to know if anyone else out there is like that? This also drains my battery too quick. Just wondering if I am the only one out there.

[Mhanan]

That is very interesting. My husband is getting one in about two weeks. I wonder if my Fitbit would affect his?  Please post if you learn anything new. 

[LZeeW]

@Mylenda   Please check with your doctor about using your Luxe.  It uses a magnetic charger.  The charger has a stronger magnet that the Luxe, but both have magnets.  The device manufacturer should have clear recommendations about your shunt and everyday magnets.  It might not be safe to wear a magnet based Fitbit at all.

[Mylenda]

yes I know. I hate to give in though.  But my heath is more important.  I don't know what to do with my fitbit now.  It isn't even a year old. There's nothing wrong with it. It's just me. Any suggestions?

[Mylenda]

It has been giving me headaches.  I have not been wearing it and no headaches. So I haven't wore mine in sometime now. I hate not to wear it because it was a gift but I got to do what's best for me.

One day I rubbed my head with my hand I that my fitbit was on. That really messed me up. I was dizzy. So I never did that again. 

Let me know how your husband is. The surgery really isn't that bad. 😉