my husband went to his cardiologist yesterday and i wasn t able to go to ask questions. He had a heart attack 2 years ago with the placement of a stent. the doctor said that his arteries are clear but that the stress test showed that his heart was a little tight what does that mean
Hello, Thanks for writing to Chat Doctor, I am Chat Doctor. This word "tight" is not a scientific term as such but doctors in general use it after stress testing when there is an artery which has some blockage, usually this blockage is not significant to ask for a stenting, but it is significant to cause some ECG changes in the stress testing. You and your husband do not have to panic, this kind of arteries just need care, by care I mean taking regular medication, physical activity, keeping check at your diet and staying in contact with doctor and pay regular follow-up visits as advised by the doctor. This slight tightness will only get worse if care is not taken otherwise it will regress and things will keep getting better with time. I hope this answered your question, If you have more queries I am happy to answer you. Regards.