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Ct showed cardiomegaly but echocardiogram was ok. i have shortness of breath, cough, and fatigue. should i see a cardiologist? primary dont think so.

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Dr. Calvin Weisberger answered

Symptoms : your PCP is in a far better position to evaluate your need to see a specialist than us out here. There are many possibilities for your symptoms cardiac a is just one

Dr Abbott agreed

Answered 7/29/2015

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A member asked:

Ct showed cardiomegaly but echocardiogram was ok. i have shortness of breath, cough, and fatigue. should i see a cardiologist? primary dont think so.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Calvin Weisberger answered

Dr Abbott agreed

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