How do I read and understand my ecg?

Answer by  jamieellison (1637)

Reading an ECG is both an art and science. Doctors and EMTs train for many years to be able to accurately read ECGs. First try to talk about it with your physician. They may be able to help. If you want more information, try getting a book on ECG interpretation.

Answer by  bubbyboy (9929)

After having your dog for awhile, no one will know him better than you. A dog communicates mainly through bidy language.

Answer by  severaltimes (247)

An ECG, or electrocardiogram, is composed of several elements. Tracing the electrical activity of the normal cardiac cycle includes segments known as a P wave, a QRS complex, and a T wave. The first "hill" is the P wave. The QRS complex includes a dip, a large spike, and another dip. The T wave follows this complex.

Answer by  AshersMomma (67)

ECG's should only be read by professionals. Your doctor or healthcare provider can explain the results. Cardiologists are the most knowledgable.

Answer by  linsm (898)

There are very subtle, minute portions of the ECG which are usually only seen and understood by a trained professional. The ECG does not only indicate heart disease, but indicates problems being caused by medication such as Digoxin, among other medical problems that are affecting the heart rhythm but it does not mean that heart disease exists.

Answer by  martine (860)

An ECG is checking for irregularities in your heart rate. Look along the ECG for any significant changes in the waves. Specific waves are specific to the different chambers and ventricles of the heart pumping as well. Ask the tech administering it to explain it to you.

Answer by  325t25 (189)

The higher your ECG, the higher your blood pressure. You can find more information about specific ECG percentages on google.

Answer by  mahavin (589)

The Electro cardio gram usually done for heart related diseases. Mostly the ecg lies on lines only, so it needs some special techniques to read it. As a normal person without much exposure on medical line, you can read the normality and abnormality of ecg by the ups and downs.