Hi, @irret! Welcome to Mayo Connect! I'm one of the helpers for those like yourself who come aboard in search of information from others with medical issues. We'll get some members together for a discussion about your plight. It's easy to see why you're concerned, but you'll probably find some of us who discovered that our apprehensions were exaggerated. That's not to say you're on the verge of a cure, just that most people find that they soon benefit from good medical diagnoses and care, diligence in pressing politely for answers from their medical team, and second opinions when those answers aren't satisfying. Our members can help fill in some of the blanks you encounter.

You deserve praise for accepting your doctor's recommendation for a heart monitor. It can answer a lot of questions about your heart's performance. Other tests may be prescribed, as well, based on the initial results. Fortunately, so many heart problems are effectively treated by cardiologists. Are you scheduled for a cardiology exam? Do you consider that your current doctor has a lot of experience in cardiac cases? Has a nephrologist (kidney doctor) been suggested to you for diagnosing the cause of high blood pressure? Were you told the results of your EKG and ultrasound tests and how they indicated a need for the heart monitor? Do you have access to a major medical facility where a variety of specialists are co-located?

If you can share a bit more about yourself, our members can align with your issues and give you information and encouragement. Please keep in touch!