Question 1

my 23-year-old son was given a stress test showing pacs at 21 mets. they disappear when he stops exercising. should we worry?

Accepted Answer

No: My understanding is that pac's are considered benign.But let us ask a cardiologist for a response.

Question 2

is cardiac stress test still of value in high risk patients on beta and calcium channel blockers if they cant stop the medications prior to the test. ?

Accepted Answer

: Beta and calcium channel blockers are medications that are commonly prescribed to treat high blood pressure and other cardiovascular conditions. These medications work by reducing the workload on the heart, which can make it more difficult to detect abnormalities during a stress test.

Question 3

am having rapid heat rate even at rest, echo and stress test and blood work all are normal? low hdl level,can i stop worrying? or was something missed

Accepted Answer

Consider exercise: Please consult your doctor about starting a regular regimen of exercise of increasing intensity. It is likely to help with raising HDL and may help with rapid heart at rest as well. Let me reiterate the need to consult your doctor before starting exercising.

Question 4

am having an echo stress test tomorrow after 3 day of hospital admission,  should i stop metformin , and sexual activity with cialis  and why?

Accepted Answer

Yes and no.: Obviously, somebody is concerned that you could have some kind of cardiac problem. There is typically no need to stop taking metformin for an echocardiogram, but i would suggest you avoid taking Cialis until you know the results of your stress test.

Question 5

rapid heat rate at rest,shortness of breath, echo and stress test and blood work all are normal? low hdl level,can i stop worrying?

Accepted Answer

Worried?: What are you worried about, Julia? A rapid heart beat and shortness of breath need to be addressed. The blood work, echo and stress test are all helpful, but if you are still uncomfortable your doctor should work with you to find an answer and deal with it, even if the answer is anxiety.

Question 6

29 echo stress test bp all good but when aroused during sex or masturbation i get a dull chest pain doesnt happen during exercise and only stops if i breathe and take mind off being super aroused i do not strain muscles or forget to breathe any help?

Accepted Answer

: I would look into GI issues such as reflux.

Question 7

worried about my heart at age 36?! had echo (2013)..multiple ekgs..stress test (2013)..chest xray (2022)..do i have any reason to fear?! panic attacks and high anxiety..cant stop thinking something bad is going to happen..need reassurance please?

Accepted Answer

: If tests are neg then there is nothing wrong. Re anxiety/panic you can try meditation under guidance or see your MD or a psychiatrist. work as a volunteer at a charity, listen to soft music, keep yourself busy I think you will be fine

Question 8

doctor wants to to a cardiac stress test. i take amlodipine for coronary spasm and beta blocker for arrhythmia control. i also take losartan for hbp. i still have chest pain. will this test yield value or no since i cant stop the medications ?

Accepted Answer

: Chest pain with your scenario does warrant further investigation and the stress test seems reasonable for it will give your doc further info. re. treatment. Hope you do well

Question 9

went got all blood tests was normal / nuclear stress test normal / chest x-ray / catscan / colonoscopy / endo / pft / still feel tightness and like can't catch my breath and my heart beat gonna stop. getting worse and worse . cardiol said clear?lung?

Accepted Answer

Normal test results: yet you are still concerned.  Please continue to see your doctor.  Also, your very real symptoms may be anxiety related.  Please see a mental health professional to learn some stress management techniques.  One good one is clinical hypnosis (see www.asch.net) for referrals to licensed professionals.  Peace and good health to you.

Question 10

whats the difference between stress test and stress echo?

Accepted Answer

: A cardiac stress test intends to increase cardiac activity by increasing blood flow through the coronary arteries while monitoring electrical activity with an EKG and symptoms that could be related to artery blockage or spasm. A stress echo adds an echocardiogram to show the dynamic movement of the heart structures (walls, valves) and blood flow undergoing stress

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My 23-year-old son was given a stress test showing pacs at 21 mets. they disappear when he stops exercising. should we worry?

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Is cardiac stress test still of value in high risk patients on beta and calcium channel blockers if they cant stop the medications prior to the test. ?

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Am having rapid heat rate even at rest, echo and stress test and blood work all are normal? low hdl level,can i stop worrying? or was something missed

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Am having an echo stress test tomorrow after 3 day of hospital admission, should i stop metformin , and sexual activity with cialis and why?

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Rapid heat rate at rest,shortness of breath, echo and stress test and blood work all are normal? low hdl level,can i stop worrying?

A member asked:

29 echo stress test bp all good but when aroused during sex or masturbation i get a dull chest pain doesnt happen during exercise and only stops if i breathe and take mind off being super aroused i do not strain muscles or forget to breathe any help?

A member asked:

Worried about my heart at age 36?! had echo (2013)..multiple ekgs..stress test (2013)..chest xray (2022)..do i have any reason to fear?! panic attacks and high anxiety..cant stop thinking something bad is going to happen..need reassurance please?

A member asked:

Doctor wants to to a cardiac stress test. i take amlodipine for coronary spasm and beta blocker for arrhythmia control. i also take losartan for hbp. i still have chest pain. will this test yield value or no since i cant stop the medications ?

A member asked:

Went got all blood tests was normal / nuclear stress test normal / chest x-ray / catscan / colonoscopy / endo / pft / still feel tightness and like can't catch my breath and my heart beat gonna stop. getting worse and worse . cardiol said clear?lung?

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Whats the difference between stress test and stress echo?

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