Cadiologist (sp?)

ssaassypants
on 1/20/08 1:38 am - McAlester, OK
I see mine on Tuesday, what exactly does this appointment consist of?
CarebearOK
on 1/20/08 2:58 am - Broken Arrow, OK
They start with an EKG of your heart and then the treadmill test.  The treadmill test was not that bad.  Then you go in to see the doctor with the results right after you catch your breath.  : )

                                      

ssaassypants
on 1/20/08 3:40 am - McAlester, OK
Ohhh nice, the treadmill test.  Is this like a 10 minute walk on the treadmill? 
Tressa S.
on 1/21/08 7:32 pm - Salina, OK
I guess it could be like a nice 10 minute walk. lol lol I passed out during mine. Oh how embarassed I was. Tressa
CarebearOK
on 1/20/08 6:50 am - Broken Arrow, OK
Yes, you have to walk on it until your heart rate gets to a certain point.  I don't recall what it was but you can watch in on the moniter.  I was out of breath when I finished and they will offer you some water too.  

                                      

rroberts
on 1/20/08 9:57 pm - Oklahoma City, OK
Wow - that sounds much easier than mine, but then I already had an established heart condition!  My original appointment was the EKG and I also went a few days later for a heart scan - I chose the scan instead of doing the treadmill again since I was so heavy and the first time I almost collapsed!! Just remember that part of going through all the tests is to make sure you are able to have a successful surgery.  Any tests that the surgeon recommends is based upon the need to ensure you are a good candidate for surgery and that they have all the information they need so that they are not surprised by anything.  I think it is a sign of a well prepared surgeon to ensure that all the appropriate testing is done and reviewed prior to surgery!  Sometimes it seems like a bunch of "bunk" testing, but it also gives you a benchmark for where you are and where you need to go physically. Good luck!  Don't worry!   R

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ssaassypants
on 1/20/08 11:00 pm - McAlester, OK
Oh I absolutely agree, I just couldnt remember what each appointment consisted of.
Dot T.
on 1/22/08 8:58 am - Bartlesville, OK
I had a chemical stress test instead of the treadmill.  I blogged about it in detail in my November blog.  It was quite an ordeal! You should read it when you are ready for a laugh (at my expense)
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