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See a Cardiologist if you experience chest pain, shortness of breath on exertion, palpitations, dizziness, or swelling in the legs. You should also consult one if you have risk factors like a family history of heart disease, diabetes, high blood pressure, or if your cholesterol levels are elevated.

Common tests include ECG (electrocardiogram), 2D echocardiogram, lipid profile, stress test (TMT), Holter monitoring for 24-hour heart rhythm tracking, cardiac CT angiography, and blood tests for cardiac biomarkers like troponin and BNP.

Many forms of heart disease can be prevented or delayed through lifestyle modifications: regular exercise (150 minutes per week), a heart-healthy diet low in saturated fats and sodium, maintaining healthy weight, not smoking, limiting alcohol, and managing conditions like diabetes and hypertension early.

The American Heart Association recommends baseline cardiovascular screening from age 20, with regular lipid profiles starting at age 35 for men and 45 for women. If you have a family history of heart disease, diabetes, or other risk factors, screening should begin earlier as advised by your doctor.