When the Cardiologist says you have heart disease -- part-1
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When the Cardiologist Says You Have Heart Disease ?" Part 1
Summary
It all began innocently. I visited my primary care physician due to dizziness and back pain. A quick electrocardiogram (ECG) showed my heart muscle was fine, yet due to my age and risk factors, my doctor recommended a visit to a cardiologist.
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The journey started simply enough. I experienced dizziness and back pain, prompting a visit to my primary care physician. Despite a quick ECG confirming my heart was functioning well, my doctor, aware of my age and risk factors, suggested a cardiologist's consultation.
I was puzzled. Just weeks ago, I moved several 50-pound boxes down three flights of stairs with ease. However, considering my symptoms and the need for a baseline to monitor as I age, I decided to proceed. The persistent dizziness was also a concern.
The next step was a treadmill stress test. Due to my dizziness and nausea, the team opted for a chemical stress test instead. An IV was inserted to capture images of my heart at rest, before using chemicals to induce stress and observe my heart's response. Think of it as a before-and-after picture set. I could delve into the medical jargon, but I prefer to describe it from a patient's perspective. After the initial images, chemicals were introduced through the IV to stress my heart under careful monitoring, followed by another set of images.
A week later, the results arrived. Cryptically, I was informed there might be an issue and was urged to see the cardiologist immediately. The urgency was unsettling.
After consulting the doctor, a series of non-invasive tests was planned. This time, it was a modified CT scan to check for calcium deposits in my arteries. The scan supported the stress test results, indicating arteriosclerosis ?" calcification of the arteries. While the tests suggested a developing problem, the severity remained uncertain. A blood test also revealed calcium levels higher than 90% of my peers. That prompted the doctor to insist on further investigation.
An angiogram was next. This outpatient procedure involves the cardiologist accessing an artery in your leg to guide a camera into your heart arteries. It sounds more daunting than it is, but it provides a precise assessment of your heart's current condition.
End of Part 1
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