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Would an echo show if someone had a silent heart attack?how about a stress test?and how is a silent heart attack treated if the person feels fine now?
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Silent attack: An EKG is the primary method of detecting myocardial damage. An echocardiogram can show diminished wall motion which implies damage. A stress test detects significant blockages in the coronary arteries. Prior heart attacks are treated with proper diet, daily aspirin therapy, statins and beta blockers(for at least the first year). Periodic stress tests may be ordered. A cardiologist gives best care
Answered 11/16/2017
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