Question 1

is a resting heart rate of 78 too high? can that damage your heart?

Accepted Answer

Normal: Normal HR = 60-100 at rest.

Question 2

if i am now a 51 y/o diabetic with bp 134/78 and heart rate of 94 is this ok?

Accepted Answer

Don't know what: Ok means. Your blood pressure is borderline. Your heart rate is mildly high, suggesting you're probably overweight and need diet and exercise and weight loss. You didn't include any info about your weight, glucose control or lipids, all of which need to be controlled. Work w/your doctor, .

Question 3

lately my heart rate has gotten lower than in recent years. tonight it was 107/78 (64bpm). is this good?

Accepted Answer

Why measure?: If you are a healthy 37 yo, you probably have better things to do than measure hr and bp.
Both your measurements are normal. Lower hr may also mean a better level of fitness.
Why are you worried about your heart? And what are you doing about it?
If any concerns, please discuss with your doctor.

Question 4

what causes heart rate fluctuations?

Accepted Answer

Heart rate: Heart rate normally varies depending on supply and demand for cardiac output. Drugs, conditioning and other things can also cause heart rate change up or down.

Question 5

is 200 heart rate ok while i excerise?

Accepted Answer

Heart rate: We generally would not recommend reaching 200bpm with regular exercise.  For a well 36y/o, a training rate of 150 - 160 would be more what we'd recommend.

Question 6

heart rate in 150's showering? i'm 17

Accepted Answer

: It is unclear what you did before the showering and what you are doing in the shower, so really cannot comment. However, for a young healthy 17-year-old, when you exercise your heart can get above 200 with strenuous exercise and this should return to normal level as you cool down to a typical resting rate of 60-80.

Question 7

how high is too high for a heart rate?

Accepted Answer

Normal heart rate.: At rest, assuming your heart rate is in normal sinus variety, your heart rate should be somewhere between 60 to 100 bpm, unless you are athletic in which case it could be a bit below 60. With exertion, the maximum heart rate would be 220 minus your age. Anything above that would be considered too high.

Question 8

bp 153/103 heart rate 135 should i be concerned?

Accepted Answer

: If it is all of a sudden and persistent- good idea to see your doc as soon as you can.

Question 9

my bp 132/46 heart rate 68, should i be concerned?

Accepted Answer

Maybe: It's probably normal but your low diastolic pressure may be due to factitious reading, severe aortic regurgitation, av fistula, severe anemia, or thyrotoxicosis..

Question 10

why is my heart rate slow?

Accepted Answer

How slow?: Slow pulse is common in very fit aerobic athletes, people on medications like propranolol, and people with heart block. If your resting pulse is below 50 and you are not in training, a physician's office visit might be in order.

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Is a resting heart rate of 78 too high? can that damage your heart?

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If i am now a 51 y/o diabetic with bp 134/78 and heart rate of 94 is this ok?

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Lately my heart rate has gotten lower than in recent years. tonight it was 107/78 (64bpm). is this good?

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What causes heart rate fluctuations?

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Is 200 heart rate ok while i excerise?

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Heart rate in 150's showering? i'm 17

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How high is too high for a heart rate?

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Bp 153/103 heart rate 135 should i be concerned?

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My bp 132/46 heart rate 68, should i be concerned?

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Why is my heart rate slow?

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