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Right and left common artery

I am 54 year male, non smoker,non drinker. In my recent carotid ultra sound Cardiologist mentioned that there is MINIMAL INTIMAL THICKENING IN RIGHT AND LEFT COMMON CAROTID ARTERY. In Echo, they noticed major changes in sizes of all measurements then that of previous Echo done 6 month. Cardiologist explained being a big body I have a big heart, getting very confused what does mean. Changes occurred in last few months. Aortic root is noted at borderline dilation.  Please guide what does this mean.
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Thanks, I will try to study nuclear stress test.
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63984 tn?1385437939
I'm not a medical professional, so take what I say casually.  
I know people with thyroid issues that present symptoms like you are describing.  I have had a longtime relationship with angina, and left arm pain was always preceded by chest pressure that radiated to the left arm, that's the classic symptom.  Another thought, heavy hypertension meds can cause your symptoms.
I'd ask for a nuclear stress test to make sure your heart arteries aren't becoming plugged.  
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Thanks, Not too much big body, weight 240 lb. Changes have been occurred only during last 4-5 months. Shortness in breath is observed while climbing stairs. Left arm pain along elbow joint is noted. Taking hypertension medicine, depression med, thyroid medicine. Few days DHEAS is low.
What do you suggest in such condition to get consistent test. Cardiologist fixed repeat ECHO in end of March.Ankles swelling. Belly weight might be due to low DHEAS.all day fatigue, dizzy,tired  
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63984 tn?1385437939
Words like minimal and borderline would suggest that there are very small changes, but you need to discuss this with your doctor.  If you have a big body, it might mean that it is difficult to get a consistent test.  How are you feeling?  
Keep us informed.
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