SKG Heart Center and Dr. Swati Gupta can provide multiple care options that can improve your health in many ways. For instance, she provides Houston, TX, residents with EKG (electrocardiogram) support. These unique tests can help gauge various health issues and are an excellent option for many people to consider. Here’s what you need to know about them.

What Is an Electrocardiogram?

An electrocardiogram is a test that gauges the electrical signals in your heart. This common test is pain-free and can be done in a manner of moments. It’s designed to quickly assess potential heart problems and check its health. Typically, these tests are done on people during routine procedures and anyone who’s experienced heart-related issues in the past. 

What Can an Electrocardiogram Test?

An EKG is designed to noninvasively detect various health concerns to ensure your heart operates smoothly. It can identify various issues, each of which can be problematic and even potentially deadly if not properly addressed. Thankfully, a typical test is over in a few minutes and can help identify things like:

• Irregular heart rhythms that may potentially increase your heart attack risk 
• Blocked or narrowed arteries in the heart that may cause chest pain 
• Whether your pacemaker or other heart care options are working properly 
• What might be causing a diverse array of heart-related symptoms

For example, your electrocardiogram can diagnose the cause of symptoms like chest pain, dizziness, heart palpitations, rapid pulse, shortness of breath, weakness, fatigue, and trouble exercising. Generally, these tests are used with people who already show symptoms of heart issues. That said, someone with a family history may get approved for one by their doctor.

Test Types

Electrocardiograms come in several different test types that can gauge various heart health issues. They also have varying operating methods, which makes it important to check which option works best for you. These include options like:

• A standard test that is performed in the hospital by your doctor 
• Holter monitors that you wear for 24-48 hours after an event or treatment
• Event monitors that track your heart health whenever you push a button during an “event”

By using these unique tests, your doctor can track your heart health and make sure that it progresses toward recovery effectively.

Take Care of Your Heart Health

At SKG Heart Center, Dr. Gupta has years of experience providing EKG exams for Houston, TX, residents and feels comfortable doing them for you. No matter what your current health needs, she is ready to work with you. Contact us at (713) 623-6555 to learn more about your options and to get the high-quality support that you need to keep your heart healthy.