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What Could Be The Reason For The Doctor Suggesting For A Stress Test Having Weight And BP Under Control?
My doc and I have had a relationship for over 10 years and I value her advice.....most of the time. For a variety of reasons, this last physical seemed rushed and she ordered a few tests for me..........one of them being a stress test. I'm 67, female, am on a drug for hi bld pressure....under control, weight under control, I exercise in a gym 3x a week, told her about palpations once maybe every 3 mos, live a 'peaceful' retired life...... What 'markers' does a doctor refer to before ordering a stress test?
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Hi...your palpitations and long history of hypertension are the main reason for warranting a stress test...get it done as it can pick up early cardiac abnormalities...
Dr. Ashish Verma
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