Flunked Cardiac Stress Test

[azsenior 12]

My cardiologist looked at me and said, "You did not pass the test". Honestly, I thought he was kidding and then it hit me they don't joke about things like that! Now, I had been at my PCP on Monday. These results had been faxed to him last week and he never mentioned it. He spent maybe 10 minutes with me, most of which was composing the letter of clearance on his laptop. WTF are these guys good for anyway?????

So, now I will be scheduled for an angiogram early next week. There is a 10% chance he will find nothing. It may be taken care of with a stent. If things are really bad, there will be open heart surgery.

So, no WLS for me for the time being. Wonder how long my insurance authorization is for. Major, major bummer.....

[Kami 9]

I'm so, so sorry for you. Try to stay positive. When will your angio be? That's so lame that your PCP didn't say anything. LAME!

I will be thinking good thoughts for you, but I know you'll get through this and join the losers bench! Hang in there!!!

[Rebel 9]

I received news myself today that my EKG was abnormal. Now, having to wait for my last stress test results to be sent to the clinic. So frustrating. I will be sending you good thoughts.

[azsenior 12]

Thanks, TexasGal. I will do the same for you! Certainly feel better having the information. Would not want it to cause a problem when I am on the table. My dad never had an extra ounce on his body and ended up with a triple by-pass. Cardiologist says most of the blockages are taken care of with stents now. Just hope I am in that category.

[feedyoureye 3,087]

I'm so, so sorry for you. Try to stay positive. When will your angio be? That's so lame that your PCP didn't say anything. LAME!

I will be thinking good thoughts for you, but I know you'll get through this and join the losers bench! Hang in there!!!

Honestly, its great that they found whatever is the problem... you don't want an undiagnosed heart problem... but that PCP needs a knock in the head!

My cardiologist was happy I was getting the sleeve, hope yours will too! I had to get a letter of approval from him....

[azsenior 12]

All is well. Had the angiogram yesterday and he found absolutely no problems whatsoever. When I was being prepped in the Cath Lab, the nurse told me the cardiac stress tests gives a false positive 80% of the time! The cardiologist said I was good to go with WLS. Not so much as a prescription, but I did have to stay at the hospital and lie immobile for six hours. But it was sure better than the alternative. Thanks for all the good wishes

[Suzannesh 376]

This is really great news. Things are just going to keep getting better each day. Remember that there is a lot of support here on the board if you have any questions or fears. We are always here for you. Remember that the 1st month after WLS is the hardest month you will do, but it is only 30 days, not the rest of your life. You can do it.

Hugs, Suzanne

[azsenior 12]

Thanks, Suzanne. It means a lot to know that there are so many people on these boards, like you, who are willing to help!

[twoboysandagirl 109]

Yay! So glad everything is ok and you are back on track.

[Kami 9]

Oh, that's awesome news! I am so happy to hear that you are fine! And able to get back on schedule with the surgery