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A member asked:
Should i do the nuclear stress test and echo or just go straight to heart cath? shortness of breath with exertion not so much with cardio activity. y?
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Depends: Without knowing your medical history and current risk factors, it would be difficult to recommend which test for you. The best advice is to follow your doctor's recommendation.
Answered 6/23/2017
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Risk: The risk factor for artery disease are nicotine addiction, hypertension, hyperlipidemia, diabetes and family history of artery disease. If your doctor is giving you a choice go for the heart cath, it gives more information. Be well.
Answered 6/23/2017
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