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Heart tests prior to Breast Cancer Surgery?

Breast Cancer | Last Active: 3 days ago | Replies (7)
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@rylee2019

Thank you everyone for your great answers and advice! My cardiologist wanted me to do a treadmill stress test and I thought that seemed extreme, but I just learned from his PA that it's unrelated to my cancer. I mentioned in my last annual with him (prior to cancer diagnosis), that my stamina seemed to be in a decline so he ordered the test for me (I'm a runner, hiker, golfer). Looking forward to getting all this testing done!

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Colleen Young, Connect Director | @colleenyoung | 3 days ago

@rylee2019, I'm glad that you were able to get clarification on why a treadmill stress test. However, your mention of heart issues tipped me off to let you know about cardio-oncology.

Mayo Clinic offers expertise in addressing heart problems (called cardio-oncology), potential or current issues. The Cardio-Oncology Clinic (https://www.mayoclinic.org/departments-centers/cardio-oncology-clinic/overview/ovc-20442193) evaluates people prior to cancer treatment and patients who have experienced side effects due their treatment.

You might wish to inquire about a consult with a cardio-oncology specialist, although it sounds like you're already in good hands. Just thought I'd make you aware of the specialty.

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