Suggest Treatment For Positive TMT Test Result

Posted on Fri, 27 Feb 2015

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Question : Hi iam n XXXXXXX XXXXXXX i got positive for inducible ischemia in tmt test.reasons for termination is dyspnea.conclusion was poor exercise tolerance , no angina during exercise, attained pmhr.normal bp response,st depression increased by >1MM in II,III,a VFV6 at peak exercise ,normalised in early recovery,test positive for inducible ischemia.was it critical?what are the measures to be taken
Male age 55

Answered by Dr. Dr. BR Hudda (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
life style modifications are required to follow

Detailed Answer:
Hello XXXXXXX XXXXXXX greetings

I had gone through your question and I can understand your concern

Your TMT test is suggestive of poor heart function and and an past heart disease so you might be at risk for a heart attack
you should be worried but not too much

I would advise such patients in my clinic for certain life style modifications as follows
1 aerobic exercise early morning walking
2. Complete abstaining from alcohol and smoking
3. Avoid fatty and fried food
4. Lead a stress free life by avoiding anxiety and excessive worry just enjoy your life
5. Reduce body weight if you are obese

I would suggest you for blood lipid profile test and if you can update me about this

Hope i have answered your question please feel free to ask for follow up questions i will gladly answer you

wishing you good health
Regards
Dr BR Hudda

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Pradeep Vitta