My PCP suggested the cardiac calcium test. I think it was because she saw calcium in my iliac arteries during a hip x-ray taken as part of the PMR diagnosis.

I have not been diagnosed as a diabetic. I have diabetes in my family and also heart disease. My A1C is borderline prediabetic/normal. I am trying to stay ahead of potential problems; I learned my lesson from the unexpected Agatston score. I should have done more before my score was so high.

I have a cluster of seemingly inexplicable problems given that I have always exercised regularly and eaten a relatively healthy diet: osteopenia, high blood pressure, and a high Agatston score. No doctor seems very concerned about figuring out a root cause. Probably because I am still pretty “healthy”. I am not sure a root cause could be found or what could be done anyways. I read the book “Best the heart attack gene” and it suggested to check blood sugar because of its association with CVD.

Just got a reading of 200, so I guess the old behavior has returned. Just appreciative of the technology available to keep track and the research to know it’s important!1