- Female
- 52 Years
- 22/01/2025
Could you help me understand what it means if my mom's TMT came back mildly positive? We're trying to figure out what this actually means for her and what the potential risks could be.
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it means she has cardiac dysfunction, hence need to consult cardiologist.
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Consult a Cardiologist
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Understanding a Mildly Positive TMT Result
- A treadmill test (TMT) assesses heart function under stress. A "mildly positive" result suggests some changes in heart activity, possibly indicating reduced blood flow to the heart.
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Possible Causes of a Mildly Positive TMT
- This result can be due to mild coronary artery disease or other heart-related issues that may not yet be severe.
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Potential Risks Associated
- Risks include progression to more significant heart disease, increased risk of angina, or heart attack if not addressed.
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Next Steps and Further Evaluation
- Follow-up tests like echocardiography, stress imaging, or coronary angiography are crucial to clarify the diagnosis.
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Lifestyle and Medical Management
- Consider lifestyle changes such as diet and exercise, and discuss medications like aspirin or statins with your doctor to reduce risks.
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When to Consult a Cardiologist
- Seek a cardiologist's advice for a personalized assessment and treatment plan.
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I've been really worried about my heart ever since last year when I started having these chest and left arm pains. I got a TMT and echo done back then, and they showed everything was normal, but I'm still having these pains out of nowhere. It's like I'm always scared I'm gonna have a heart attack. Do you think I should get checked again, or could this be something else altogether?
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