HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

Get your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

Dr. Andrew Rynne
MD
Dr. Andrew Rynne

Family Physician

Exp 50 years

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM BlogQuestions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction

What Does A Test Report For Chest As EKG ST Segment Changes Indicate?

I m a 42 year old female who has hypertension. I ve been having a lot of chest pains and shortness of breaths. I ve been refer to a cardiologist to make sure everything is ok with my heart. I ve just recently received a letter from the cardiologist that the test shows a EKG ST segment changes. Is this something I should be concern about?
Thu, 4 Sep 2014
Report Abuse
Pulmonologist,  's  Response
Thanks for your question on HCM. Since you are hypertensive with chest pain and shortness of breath and EKG changes in ST segment, is big reason to worry. ST segment changes in EKG suggest ischaemia. In my opinion you should undergo coronary angiography to rule out major vessel narrowing. So consult your cardiologist and start treatment.
I find this answer helpful
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer. For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service [Sample answer]
Share on
 

Related questions you may be interested in


Recent questions on Cardiac electrophysiology


Loading Online Doctors....
What Does A Test Report For Chest As EKG ST Segment Changes Indicate?

Thanks for your question on HCM. Since you are hypertensive with chest pain and shortness of breath and EKG changes in ST segment, is big reason to worry. ST segment changes in EKG suggest ischaemia. In my opinion you should undergo coronary angiography to rule out major vessel narrowing. So consult your cardiologist and start treatment.