Can you see heart disease on an ECG?

Can you see heart disease on an ECG?

Electrocardiogram (ECG or EKG) to assess the heart rate and rhythm. This test can often detect heart disease, heart attack, an enlarged heart, or abnormal heart rhythms that may cause heart failure.

Can a cardiologist interpret an abnormal EKG?

Yes, Ann, a cardiologist should interpret an abnormal EKG, a recording of the electrical activity of the heart, taking into account your overall health. An abnormal EKG does not necessarily indicate life-threatening heart disease or any heart disease at all, for that matter.

What to do if your EKG comes back abnormal?

It came back abnormal. Should I be going to a cardiologist for further testing? Yes, Ann, a cardiologist should interpret an abnormal EKG, a recording of the electrical activity of the heart, taking into account your overall health.

When to see a cardiologist for an ECG change?

If however, the patient has new symptoms, new electrocardiogram changes or poor exercise tolerance, then further evaluation may be required. Patients with a favorable evaluation for cardiac disease in the prior two years, and who do not have new cardiac symptoms or ECG changes are typically stable for surgery without further evaluation.

Why do I have to get an EKG reading?

Many people will get an EKG reading at some point in their lives, often due to experiencing common symptoms such as chronic chest pain, shortness of breath, or a rapid pulse. Doctors may also regularly use EKGs to check on people with diagnosed heart disease. Another reason to get an EKG is experiencing heart palpitations or arrhythmia.

Yes, Ann, a cardiologist should interpret an abnormal EKG, a recording of the electrical activity of the heart, taking into account your overall health. An abnormal EKG does not necessarily indicate life-threatening heart disease or any heart disease at all, for that matter.

It came back abnormal. Should I be going to a cardiologist for further testing? Yes, Ann, a cardiologist should interpret an abnormal EKG, a recording of the electrical activity of the heart, taking into account your overall health.

What causes an abnormal EKG reading when taking a medication?

Electrolytes conduct electricity in the body and help keep the heart rate and rhythm consistent. An imbalance in electrolyte minerals such as potassium, sodium, calcium, or magnesium may cause an abnormal EKG reading. Taking certain medications may cause abnormal EKG results. Some medications may cause an abnormal EKG reading.

If however, the patient has new symptoms, new electrocardiogram changes or poor exercise tolerance, then further evaluation may be required. Patients with a favorable evaluation for cardiac disease in the prior two years, and who do not have new cardiac symptoms or ECG changes are typically stable for surgery without further evaluation.