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Medical Conditions - Delayed Heartbeat

Delayed heartbeat or bradycardia is a condition where the heart rate is below normal at rest. They lead to shortness of breath, chest pain, fatigue, chest tightness, sweating, blurred vision, etc. Genetic conditions, scarring of the heart muscles, etc., lead to delay in a heartbeat. Treatment includes the elimination of underlying causes and management of symptoms.

All delayed heartbeat Q&A

My ECG report says that I have a right bundle branch block. Does it require attention?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. The heart works on electrical signals/impulses that are sent through a pathway. This finally reaches the side/part of the heart that produces the heartbeat.

What are the reasons behind a harder heartbeat?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. What they told you was correct. These are due to premature beats. When a premature beat comes, the next beat is delayed, called a compensatory pause.

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