{"id":40270,"date":"2024-06-27T16:28:25","date_gmt":"2024-06-27T16:28:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.hancockhealth.org\/?p=40270"},"modified":"2024-06-27T16:29:37","modified_gmt":"2024-06-27T16:29:37","slug":"what-happens-during-an-ekg","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.hancockhealth.org\/es\/2024\/06\/what-happens-during-an-ekg\/","title":{"rendered":"What Happens During an EKG?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"container mx-auto   wordpress-block wordpress-paragraph core-paragraph\">\n<p>If your doctor has told you that you need an EKG, you may be wondering why. And what happens during an EKG anyways? Who does it benefit and who could use one? Read on for all you need to know about this quick, common medical procedure and how to watch for symptoms of heart disease.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"container mx-auto   wordpress-block wordpress- core-\">\n\n<\/div><div class=\"container mx-auto   wordpress-block wordpress-heading core-heading\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Demystifying what happens during an EKG\u00a0<\/h2>\n<\/div><div class=\"container mx-auto   wordpress-block wordpress- core-\">\n\n<\/div><div class=\"container mx-auto   wordpress-block wordpress-paragraph core-paragraph\">\n<p>An EKG (also called an ECG), or Electrocardiogram, is a fairly quick test that is used to test the heartbeat. When you go in for what is called a resting EKG, you will be lying flat on a table while your provider adheres small sticky patches to various places on your body where your heartbeat can be detected. These may include your arms, legs and chest. These sticky patches contain electrodes that pick up the tiny electric signals sent on every beat of your heart. All information goes to a monitor or computer and may also be printed out for your provider to review.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"container mx-auto   wordpress-block wordpress- core-\">\n\n<\/div><div class=\"container mx-auto   wordpress-block wordpress-heading core-heading\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Who might need this procedure?\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/h3>\n<\/div><div class=\"container mx-auto   wordpress-block wordpress- core-\">\n\n<\/div><div class=\"container mx-auto   wordpress-block wordpress-paragraph core-paragraph\">\n<p>Unlike many trips to the doctor\u2019s office or hospital that involve a procedure, an EKG lasts for only 5-10 minutes and doesn\u2019t require any type of preparation beforehand. Your provider may send you for an EKG if you have experienced potential signs of heart problems. These can include palpitations, a fast or irregular heart rhythm, chest pain, shortness of breath, lightheadedness, confusion, fatigue or weakness. EKGs can be run on anyone of any age and are considered a safe and important preventative procedure.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"container mx-auto   wordpress-block wordpress- core-\">\n\n<\/div><div class=\"container mx-auto   wordpress-block wordpress-heading core-heading\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">A word about heart health from one of Hancock\u2019s cardiologists\u00a0<\/h3>\n<\/div><div class=\"container mx-auto   wordpress-block wordpress- core-\">\n\n<\/div><div class=\"container mx-auto   wordpress-block wordpress-paragraph core-paragraph\">\n<p>Signs of heart distress can be worrisome, and contacting your provider is the first step to taking your heart health into your own hands. Hancock Health Cardiologist, Jason B. Jayroe, MD, FACC, practices general cardiovascular medicine and helps all types of patients. He also performs procedures such as EKGs, stress tests, heart ultrasounds and more.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"container mx-auto   wordpress-block wordpress- core-\">\n\n<\/div><div class=\"container mx-auto   wordpress-block wordpress-paragraph core-paragraph\">\n<p>Dr. Jayroe wants people to know that it is important to remember the warning signs for a heart attack, especially in women. \u201cAnyone who is experiencing chest discomfort with activity, shortness of breath, lightheadedness, or nausea should discuss their symptoms with their healthcare provider.\u201d There are also silent symptoms of a heart attack, which can include \u201chaving a \u2018flu like illness\u2019 including fatigue, generalized weakness, achy muscles, and\/or indigestion.\u201d&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"container mx-auto   wordpress-block wordpress- core-\">\n\n<\/div><div class=\"container mx-auto   wordpress-block wordpress-paragraph core-paragraph\">\n<p>&nbsp;\u201cHeart disease is the most common cause of death and disability in women in the United States,\u201d says Dr. Jayroe. \u201cI would encourage anyone who is having any concerning symptoms to make an appointment with her healthcare provider and find out if they should be evaluated for possible heart problems.\u201d&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"container mx-auto   wordpress-block wordpress- core-\">\n\n<\/div><div class=\"container mx-auto   wordpress-block wordpress-paragraph core-paragraph\">\n<p>Whether you need an EKG or emergency care, the cardiac team at Hancock Health is here to help you. 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