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Is A Pulse Rate Of 49-54 Something To Worry About.
Question: Is a pulse rate of 49-54 something to worry about. I am 84, exercise regularly and the rate has always been in the 50s or low 60s
Brief Answer:
Nothing to worry about.
Detailed Answer:
Hello, I'm Dr. Branch, thanks for using Ask a Doctor. Normally a heart rate in your range is not a problem. As long as you are not having any symptoms such as chest pain, lightheadedness or fainting, normally there would not be any conduction problems in the heart, and this may simply be a sign of being in good physical shape from exercise, especially endurance exercise. Elderly patients sometimes get a lower heart rate as they age as well.
However, while there is likely not any problem, you should get an evaluation to make sure your heart conduction is normal and no other cause is apparent. You should get an EKG, and have your medications checked for any that might affect the heart rate. But again, as long as you are not having any symptoms, and there are no conduction problems with the heart, you do not need any treatment.
I hope that helps, please let me know if you have any questions about any of that, and I would be glad to discuss it with you further.
Nothing to worry about.
Detailed Answer:
Hello, I'm Dr. Branch, thanks for using Ask a Doctor. Normally a heart rate in your range is not a problem. As long as you are not having any symptoms such as chest pain, lightheadedness or fainting, normally there would not be any conduction problems in the heart, and this may simply be a sign of being in good physical shape from exercise, especially endurance exercise. Elderly patients sometimes get a lower heart rate as they age as well.
However, while there is likely not any problem, you should get an evaluation to make sure your heart conduction is normal and no other cause is apparent. You should get an EKG, and have your medications checked for any that might affect the heart rate. But again, as long as you are not having any symptoms, and there are no conduction problems with the heart, you do not need any treatment.
I hope that helps, please let me know if you have any questions about any of that, and I would be glad to discuss it with you further.
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