Eco stress interactions Certain factors or conditions may interfere with echo stress. These factors include the following: - Allergy/sensitivity to latex or drugs - Smoking or consuming caffeine three hours after the test - Taking beta-blocking drugs If you are pregnant or suspect you may be pregnant, you should tell your doctor because of the risk of fetal harm from echo stress. Mothers during breastfeeding should also inform their doctor. There may be other risks depending on the patient's specific medical condition. Before doing a ***stress echo***, be sure to discuss any concerns with your doctor and ask about the side effects. What are the effects of echo stress? Echo stress test is a safe test and has few side effects. The main risks are due to your heart disease. With pressure on the heart, you may experience symptoms such as an abnormal heartbeat (arrhythmia) or chest pain and pressure (angina). Your doctor will carefully monitor you for symptoms during the test and stop the test if necessary. ### Allergy to medicines Medicines used in echo stress may cause allergic reactions and side effects during the test. If you have ever had an allergic reaction to any medication, tell your doctor before the test. An allergic reaction can range from an itchy rash to a swollen throat or anaphylaxis. Atropine can cause blurred vision and dry mouth for a short time in some patients. ### Arrhythmia or severe heart palpitations Most people have no problem with this test. Since the heart is exercised with a drug, there are very few side effects and the test is very safe. The most common side effects of echo stress are heart palpitations and sometimes flushing. But these feelings completely disappear within a few minutes after stopping the dobutamine drug. ### Complications of low blood pressure and dizziness One of the possible side effects of the echo stress test is a decrease in blood pressure. Blood pressure may drop during or immediately after exercise. Therefore, the person may feel dizzy or faint. If you do the echo stress test under the supervision of a specialist and experienced doctor, the risk of its occurrence is minimized. ***Dr. Marwarid Dadres*** is a specialist in cardiology and echocardiography. They use dopamine instead of exercise to perform this test. Because elderly patients usually do not have the necessary preparations to exercise. If you are planning to do an echo stress test and are worried about its side effects, you can ask your questions to Dr. Doderes online through Mavaratab system. Click on the image below to contact Dr. Marvarid Dadres at Mavarateb: Read more: ***The best echocardiologist in Tehran*** Preparations to reduce the effects of eco stress Tell your doctor if you are allergic to any particular medication or latex. You may need to fast before the test. Your doctor will give you instructions on how long you should avoid food and liquids. To reduce the risk of cardiac arrhythmia, tobacco and caffeinated beverages such as coffee, tea, and soft drinks should not be consumed a few hours before echo stress. Tell your doctor about all medications (prescription and over-the-counter), vitamins, herbs, and supplements you are taking. You may be instructed not to take certain medications, such as beta blockers, before the test. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or think you might be. Tell your doctor if you have a pacemaker. Based on your medical condition, your doctor may prescribe other specific preparations to reduce the effects of echo stress. We recommend that you read the article ***The best echocardiologist in Tehran***! Cares to reduce the effects of eco stress Usually, patients can have their diet and routine activities, unless the doctor tells him otherwise. In general, there is no special care needed after echo stress. However, depending on the patient's specific condition, the doctor may give other instructions after the stress echo to reduce the chance of complications. We suggest that you read the linked article in order to get more information about **care after echocardiogram**.

***Last words*** According to statistical studies, echo stress test complications occur only in a small number of patients (5%). In all cases, these side effects improve quickly after stopping the drug injection. Side effects of echo stress, such as cardiac arrhythmias and hypotension, are usually well tolerated and are not associated with ischemia (stroke) or cardiac dysfunction. Therefore, stress echo is a safe test to evaluate the presence and severity of coronary artery disease in patients.