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Im 20 and i had an ekg done that said borderline ekg and that i had a flat t-wave should i be worried i have to go do an serum treponin why is that ?

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No: Whether it's "defensive medicine" or "just being super-careful", a robot's reading of "borderline ekg" has prompted a check for myocardial damage (mi's not realistic, but myocarditis is a remote possibility). If you feel as fit as usual, i'd be surprised if it's elevated. Assuming it comes back normal, relax.

Answered 3/12/2013

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Dr. Barton Cook answered

Specializes in Pediatric Cardiology

May be a problem: Why did you have an ekg? Symptoms or screening before surgery? Flat t waves indicate a potential problem. You may require an echocardiogram and stress test. I would not start an evaluation with just a serum troponin, although it can indicate cardiac pathology. Are you seeing a cardiologist?

Answered 9/23/2016

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Try computational : Try finding a physician who offers multifunction cardiogram. Good luck! http://en.M.Wikipedia.Org/wiki/multifunction_cardiogram.

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