I was diagnosed with an enlarged heart in my physical exam 3 years ago, but my ECG was normal and at that time the BP also came out normal. However I have had an elevated BP last few years but after medication it is almost normal. I am 39, weigh 75 Kgs and am 174 cm tall. I am a regular runner and used to run upto 10 kms till recently. However due to BP and heart fears I have cut down on my running. My doctor says there is nothing to worry about a ECG is normal. Should I be concerned?
Hi, Enlarged heart is medically termed as cardiomegaly (it can be hypertrophied, hyperplasia or dilation) of heart. ECG is the basic investigation in cardiology and is not very sensitive to rule out the above-mentioned changes. I would suggest you to go for 2d echocardiogram. It's a very specific test and all chambers of the heart and valves can be visualized on screen. Hypertension is also a risk factor for congestive cardiac failure. Further treatment depends on the report of echo. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.