A physical examination of the heart is one of the examinations carried out by health care workers to check your health condition thoroughly. Physical examination of the heart is very important, especially for someone who has symptoms of chest pain or a history or risk factors for heart and blood vessel disorders, such as coronary heart disease and high blood pressure. Process of Physical Examination of the Heart Before doing a physical examination of the heart, the doctor will usually ask the symptoms first. In addition to chest pain, complaints that usually also occur are irregular heartbeat, swelling of the limbs (edema), difficulty breathing when lying down, or loss of consciousness (fainting). Your doctor will also ask about your health history, including cholesterol levels, blood pressure, daily activities, alcohol consumption habits, smoking habits, and family history of illnesses, such as diabetes, high cholesterol, heart attacks, and heart failure. After getting informa...