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Electrocardiogram


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How It Feels

The electrodes may feel cool when they are put on your chest. If you have a lot of hair on your chest, a small area may need to be shaved to put the electrodes on. When the electrodes are taken off, they may pull your skin a little.



Last Updated: March 26, 2008
Author:
Robin Parks, MS
Medical Review:
E. Gregory Thompson, MD - Internal Medicine

George Philippides, MD - Cardiology


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