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Do fluctuations in heartbeat indicate heart disease?

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Patient's Query

Hi doctor,

My heartbeat keeps fluctuating. Sometimes it is 85 bpm, while at other times it drops to 60, 57, or 58 bpm. Does this indicate any heart disease?

Hi,

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No, fluctuations in heartbeat do not indicate any heart disease. In fact, they suggest that your heart is functioning normally. The heartbeat should increase while you are awake and during activities and exercise, and it should decrease during rest and sleep. However, you should measure your pulse while at rest and consider having someone monitor it while you sleep. The only concern is that it should not be too low. The readings you mentioned are fine. Just to be on the safe side, monitor your lowest pulse rate. I assume you do not have any symptoms like dizziness, fainting, or palpitations. In all likelihood, there is no abnormality, and there is no need to worry.

I hope this helps you.

Thank you.

Medically reviewed byDr. K. Shobana

Published At March 7, 2017
Reviewed AtSeptember 27, 2024

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