For the past few days I’ve been having pain in my chest and neck. It feels tight and like a bunch of pressure on my chest. I was worried enough to go to the ER for it yesterday. My resting HR was 104 and blood pressure was 130/95 when i got into the hospital. It lowered while waiting for the doctor to see me. They did an ECG and a blood test.
Doc says my ECG looked normal, but they had to redo my blood test because my troponin levels were at “7”. They said that I didn’t have a heart attack, but when I’m researching troponin levels, anything above a 4 is indicative of damage to the heart.
I also told the doc that i have depression and anxiety. he chalked it up as anxiety attacks.
At this point, does it sound like I should go see a cardiologist?
This is a great opportunity to change your life for the better. You got a warning, and can use that to motivate change.
I’m a strong believer in a low carbohydrate Diet, and moderate exercise. Remove the sugars from your diet, and go for long walks. As you improve you will find more energy to do more
Find a workout buddy? A local health coach, or trainer? Join a gym? Those are ways to motivate more activity.
Join a food community, that can help you stick to a better eating pattern.