Chemical stress test with severe copd
Pulmonologist referred me to cardiologist for coronary artery disease evaluation after CT lung screen. Cardiologist wants chemical stress test to determine treatment. Would like to read others' experiences with this stress test along with copd.
I have had several stress tests due to a heart attack after a surgery when I was 30. In addition my mom who had COPD like symptoms also had one. For me, the stress test was an injection of something that made my heart rate increase and then they measured the results with a scan. Ironically, when I had the stress test before that procedure that gave me the heart attack, I got the all clear. Oh well! For me it was a little scary for that 30 seconds I felt like I couldn't catch my breath but it was all under the direct supervision of the doctor and they counteracted it right after by giving me a caffeine drink. Let us know if you have any other questions! Keep on keepin' on, DPM Daniel.malito • Community Admin
Really appreciate your rapid response with experience to my request. Very helpful. Thanks so much. Judy8669408I know that
has had it done at least once. She wrote about it briefly in this article: https://copd.net/living/heaving-heart-disease
The most important thing to know is that many people with COPD need stress tests, and you will be constantly monitored the whole time. You are not alone. Hope that helps! When are you scheduled to go? -Melissa, team member
