Oct
My doctor states I should do this as part of a regular check up. She happens to be a cardiologist, so I'm wondering if this is really something most doctors ask for or if it's just her. I'm GUESSING that she also wants this because I’ve complained about being exhausted despite a relatively lower level of activity (which I think is probably related to stress and anxiety since my lab work came back ok). But still…I think my insurance company is going to be pissed because this sounds like an unecessary test.
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No it's not part of a regular check up. That being stated, your check up isn't normal to start with. When most people refer to a check up they mean their yearly physical when they go even though nothing is bothering them. Although she's a cardiologist, she wouldn't just mention a cardiac stress test without something being wrong. The fact that you’re tired all of the time would suggest that something is wrong. The first step is to check your blood. If that comes back normal the next progression would be further testing. Because your doctor is a cardiac specialist, it's common for them to go with heart problems.
I do have a question though. Why are you seeing a cardiologist in the first place? Most don't moonlight doing general practice since they’re paid more for cardiac specific services and went to school for a lot longer… If you’ve a preexisting heart problem, your doctor might want to look to see if your heart is in trouble…
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no its not a normal test to be done but that been said just cos your young doesent mean you cant have anything wrong with you
ill just do the test aleast you can clear your mind and know if its something or nothing
insurance company !! i sure am happy i live in a country that the goverment pays for all our health care