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What Does Borderline Cardiomegaly On Chest X-ray Suggest?

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My results came back from a chest Xray and the impression was borderline cardiomegaly with no acute abnormality. I am female, 69, have a history of asthma, have been a runner/walker for 25+ years, and have had a pacemaker for 1 & 1/2 years. Should I be concerned about this?
Mon, 25 Sep 2017
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Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic.
I can understand your concern.
Borderline cardiomegaly on chest x ray should be evaluated for heart failure.
Yoi are also having pacemaker since 1 year.
So better to get done 2d echo and stress test (trade mill test).
If heart function is normal on these tests then no need to worry.
But if heart function is reduced then you will need diuretic, digoxin and other cardiac supportive drugs.
Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.
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What Does Borderline Cardiomegaly On Chest X-ray Suggest?

Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic. I can understand your concern. Borderline cardiomegaly on chest x ray should be evaluated for heart failure. Yoi are also having pacemaker since 1 year. So better to get done 2d echo and stress test (trade mill test). If heart function is normal on these tests then no need to worry. But if heart function is reduced then you will need diuretic, digoxin and other cardiac supportive drugs. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.