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Dear cardiologists, my school requires that you take an ecg test in order to participate in sports. unfortunately my test came back abnormal, i was told that i needed to be cleared by a cardiologist. is there anyone that can help to clear me?

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Dr. Hiep Le answered

Specializes in Nephrology and Dialysis

If you indeed have an abnormal EKG you should be evaluated by a cardiologist. Doctors in this forum only give health advice, we can not do cardiac clearance for students. Do not worry much in the meantime, an abnormal test does not mean you have significant heart problem.

Answered 10/25/2021

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Have your primary care physician refer you to an experienced cardiologist. As has been mentioned, no need for worry, as in many cases, misplaced or reversed leads during an electrocardiogram may be the culprit instead of organic heart disease.

Answered 10/25/2021

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Not sure why an ECG was required. May have been school "policy" or based on something in your history or family history suggested. "Abnormal" ECG lacks specificity and needs further characterization and reassurance if appropriate. Remember it is often wise to to be sure. Please see a cardiologist. Good luck.

Answered 10/26/2021

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