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Iv just had a stress myocardial perfusion scan to see if blood is pumping around my heart properly, are there any side affects after having this?
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Should not: It's a safe test. There should not be any side effects.
Answered 1/7/2014
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Radiation...: Depending on what radiotracer is used, you will be exposed to a small amount of radiation but the benefits of the test should outweigh the risks. Was it pharmacologic or exercise test? Some of the pharmacologic agents can cause some side effects immediately after stress such as bronchoconstriction but a medication called aminophylline can usually be administered to reverse the side effects.
Answered 12/29/2014
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