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Suggest Treatment For Palpitations And Pulse Rate Of 45
Question: I am having heart palpitations pulse rate ranging from 45 to 168 in 4 hour period
Brief Answer:
ECG should be performed
Detailed Answer:
Dear Sir,
It may be caused by an arrhythmia, such as extrasystolies or atrial fibrillation. To detect the arrhythmia, it's type or severity an ECG should be performed. I would advise you to see a doctor, or, if it is not available in a day, refer to ER to perform an ECG.
Take care
Come back if you have any further questions
ECG should be performed
Detailed Answer:
Dear Sir,
It may be caused by an arrhythmia, such as extrasystolies or atrial fibrillation. To detect the arrhythmia, it's type or severity an ECG should be performed. I would advise you to see a doctor, or, if it is not available in a day, refer to ER to perform an ECG.
Take care
Come back if you have any further questions
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