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8 mths ago ecg was normal. 3 mths ago ecg had pointed p wave 2.5 mm. 2 days ago p wave was 3. 5mm on all leads is the increase in amplitude and pointedness something that needs investigating & causes?

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Cardiologist: Tall,peaked P waves can be a normal variant if the heart rate is accelerated. They can also be seen with pulmonary disease. A cardiologist who knows all your findings is best qualified to evaluate and advise you.

Answered 2/18/2015

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Dr. Bahman Omrani answered

Specializes in Pain Management

P pulmonale ?: It may be a non-specific benign finding best interpreted in the the clinical context. A peaked P-wave could be indicative of right atrial enlargement and may be seen in chronic pulmonary conditions such as COPD.

Answered 12/9/2014

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Dr. Frank Amico Jr answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Yes: An echo will be able to rule out atrial enlargement.

Answered 12/16/2014

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Dr. Shashank Jain answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Assessment: We would need more information to comment on your question. It might be something stable or not - depending upon your symptoms, past medical or cardiac history. I see that you have had a handful of cardiac tests done - which might tell us the structural reason for your P wave being 3.5. If you are concerned - either consult with us or consult with your GP - so that we can look into it properly

Answered 12/7/2014

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