Hi,

On Friday, have a check-up with my cardiologist. Until this neuropathy began a year ago, used to have annual cardio check-ups that included treadmill stress echocardiograms every other year. Was still able to perform very well even at the then age of 72. Last year was skipped because when I showed up for my appointment burning like a firecracker, the cardio didn't want to put me through having the stickies for the EKG, let alone going on a treadmill.

Never had an adenosine (chemical) stress test and am concerned that if it's suggested, that test might start up the burning all over again. This has improved so much in recent months and don't want to trigger it. However, doubt I'm able to do the treadmill anymore up to adequate heart rate level, and if I can't the test would be useless.

The question is this: Would an adenosine/thallium stress-test be a no-no?

Sheltiemom