Isn't it sad that at times we have to live like this?? Yes, please do call your doctor and ask questions. Never hurts, right? Keep me posted. I know, I walk as much as I can. I also work and raise 3 grandchildren. (since their birth) I can't slow down too much and I can't be limited. Take care, Ally
Thanks for your comments. Unfortunately, I didn't notice or ask what my heart rate was. I was so blind sided I left with many ?'s. I suppose I should give the doc a call rather than wait until my next visit in three weeks.
As for the intensity of the exercise, let me say that I was shocked when he stopped the test because I was planning to impress him with my fitness level. I had barely gotten started. That is why I'm afraid to go back to my routine. I walk my dog briskly and run in place if she stops. We also sprint after squirrels. I don't get winded or lightheaded. I feel great after these walks. I felt great when I was on the treadmill. But I'm feeling shocked now. I haven't gone back to my routine since. I only walk around the block to stay close to home.
Usually a stress test involves a treadmill starting at a leisurely walk, and increases in intensity and elevation quickly. Google Bruce Protocol for what is done with an exercise stress test. That, perhaps, is a big difference between you exercise regimen of 1.5 miles unless you walk up hills that increase in altitude quickly.
It's possible that your left ventricle is enlarged, and that is why the doctor prescribed troprol. If it is enlarged, it's an indication of impaired heart health, not necessarily a condition that requires hospitalization. However, it certainly indicates a need for more study. It sounds like your doctor is staying on top of your health.
I'd take the stress test results seriously, follow your doctor's advice.
Just for the sake of curiousity, what was your heart rate at that moment? I exercise daily and my last stress test was miserable. The doctor asked me if I get that short winded when I exercise, and I don't. It didn't make sense. I can exercise (walk briskly for 3 miles) and never be bothered by sob, but take a stress test and do so badly. Sometimes I have a bout with angina, but as I walk through this that seems to calm down. (I get heart spasms)
If I am not mistaken Toprol & Lopressor help with the heart rate and rhythm.