I have observed that the wealthy feel sorry for themselves a great deal.

Mobilman44 said:
HollyDolly,
Forgive me for forgetting this Forum has a worldwide audience. Here in the US, getting an annual physical is typical for those with insurance or can afford it. Medicare (eligible post 65) allows for an annual physical, which includes blood/urine lab tests, listening to heart/lungs, etc. And, it calls for an EKG - a non invasive, quick check of the heart's overall condition. If my Wife's Aunt had done this, they would have caught a potential problem and recommended she see a Cardiologist.

A Cardiologist would definitely given her a stress test - which is either done with drugs or on a treadmill. This would have identified the problem, and she very well could have been admitted for stent replacement - thus adding years to her life.

I've had an annual physical since I was in my 30s (thanks mostly to my employer) and continue to do so. Five years ago my Doctor looked at my EKG and said "you need to see a Cardiologist", which I did. Turns out a problem was found and is being treated by meds.
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This ^^^ is a perfect explanation.

Like you, I get a full physical (check-up) every year. I've had at least 6 treadmill stress tests because I get premature ventricular contractions (extra heartbeats in the lower chamber of my heart that fees like flutters in my chest).

Not a dangerous condition, but an unsettling one when it flares up.
 

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