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Cardiotoxicity: Treatment & Diagnosis

In case of receiving big doses of medication for breast cancer, such as Herceptin, Dr. Alvaro Gomez, Cardiologist with Miami Cardiac & Vascular Institute, advises making an appointment with a cardiologist. Short of breath is the first sign of cardiotoxicity, he explains. With a video, the doctor explains what an echocardiogram is and how it helps to prevent any heart problems.

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