I had an heart catheterization at age 50 they day after I had a bad (really good) bowl of Chili. The doctor insisted. I had it and had no problems whatsoever. I kinda think it ought to be like the “over 50” colonascopy. If you make it 50 you ought to know what condition your heart is in.
One person mentioned a non-invasive test that would show coronary artery disease. I think a lot of that is actually caused by infection which should be detectable also.
See my post # 16...
Its called the Cardiac Dopplar of the carotid artery. It that (sonogram) shows a lot of blockage, there is probably blockage everywhere else. I am not thrilled about going right to a catherization, that’s invasive.
and i am an expert...Cause I stayed at a Holiday Inn last night..ha.