Dr. Vandana Andrews
General Practitioner
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Hello doctor,
I am a 21-year-old female with a height of 5'0" and a weight of 177 lbs. I have been concerned about my heart rate, which I feel has been going too low. I started noticing this issue in the last couple of weeks. It comes and goes and does not cause any noticeable symptoms. My heart rate tends to increase quickly when it does go up. My normal resting heart rate ranges from 65 to 75 beats per minute. There have been occasions when I have observed it in the 50s, but there are times when I feel my pulse and it seems very slow. However, when I check it with a pulse oximeter or my phone, my nervousness tends to raise my pulse, so I do not get an accurate reading. Kindly help.
Hello,
Welcome to icliniq.com.
I read your query and understood your concern. Firstly, I would like to inform you that heart rate can vary depending on various factors such as physical activity, stress, and anxiety. A resting heart rate in the range of 50 to 70 beats per minute is considered normal for adults, so your resting heart rate of 65 to 75 falls within that range. However, if you are experiencing symptoms such as dizziness, fainting, or shortness of breath along with a consistently low heart rate, I suggest you consult a specialist for a thorough evaluation. They will be able to assess your medical history, perform any necessary tests, and provide you with personalized advice and guidance. In the meantime, I suggest you try to manage your anxiety and nervousness when checking your heart rate to get a more accurate reading. Relaxation techniques such as deep breathing or meditation can help calm your mind and lower your heart rate. Gadget are not not the very best source for checking heart rate I suggest you that you see a doctor and get yourself physically check in which the doctor can check your heart rate manually your blood pressure and also taking easily can help us understand better it is related to any cardiac problem. I hope this has helped you. Kindly follow up if you have more doubts.
Thank you.
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