Do I Need to see a Cardiologist?

[shaking]

Recently dx'd with sinus tachycardia.  History of hypertension.  Tachy is better now that blood pressure is under better control.  Normal stress test.

PCP wants me to see a cardiologist....any reason why I should?

Tachy was horrible for awhile but now seems more related to activity, although the activity can be something as simple as brushing my hair or getting a load of clothes out of the dryer.

Just looking for input.

[dave261]

A related discussion, Do I need a cardiologist? was started.

[pbanders]

Do you trust your PCP? If so, go to the cardiologist. If you don't trust your PCP, you should look for another one.

[Abeybaby]

I would see a cardio under your circumstances if anything you will feel better knowing you did.

[Gaspipe]

Hi I think your PCP wanting you to see a cardio should be reason enough for you to do so.

[Cleveland Clinic]

shaking on Saturday,

Sinus tachycardia can be caused by a multitude of different conditions, most of them non cardiac.  Im not sure the reason your physician wants you to see a cardiologist unless there are some factors that he/she is concerned with that lends the specific etiology to the heart. Overall, a good history and physical will often point to the primary cause of the symptoms.  Without being the physician performing this, I cant comment on why he/she thinks you need a cardiologist.

good luck