Your Heart’s Hidden Secrets – The Low-Key Screening Guide
Why Bother?
Finding hidden heart trouble isn’t just for the dramatic “heart attack” scenes on TV; it’s a smart move before the big adventure. If you worry about your ticker, chat with a prospector— a heart specialist.
The Easy Roadmap
- Check‑up & History – Doctors start with a familiar face‑to‑face chat and a quick pencil‑and‑paper review of your health story. “Just this and we’ve got a baseline risk picture,” says Dr Chiam.
- Bedside ECG – A quick electrical snapshot of your heart. It tells the doctor if the rhythm is smooth, how stable the electrical playbook looks, and sometimes even hints at old artery blockages. Think of it as a postcard from your heart.
- Treadmill Stress Test – If you’ve got chest ache vibes that might be due to artery blockages, put the heart to the test on a treadmill. It pushes the heart hard, revealing hidden bumps that a resting ECG might miss.
- Echocardiogram (Heart Ultrasound) – This ultrasound gives a live movie of how the heart pumps, checks the muscle for drama, and does a close‑up on the four valves. The only way to see those valves in depth.
- Overall Health Check – Doctors also scout for type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, or stubborn cholesterol. Managing those bumps helps tighten the entire risk profile.
Ready to Roll?
If your heart’s playing a mysterious tune, book an appointment with a specialist. Stay ahead, stay alive.
