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I will be going to a cardiologist for the 1st time in a few wks. i'm 34/m w a history of major heart attacks by 50. what can i expect on my 1st visit?
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See below: He/she will listen to you, perform an examination and possibly run labs or other tests. That's the only way he/she can find out what's going on and what to do about it.
Answered 2/15/2013
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