Question 1

what is a good heart rate for a 60 year old who works all day with a heart rate of 79-89?

Accepted Answer

That is normal: The heart is a muscle and when it is resting and/ or one is in good shape, resting heart rate can be as low as 40 BPM. That is what is typically seen in well conditioned athletes when they r sedentary or sleeping for example. Others who are not quite as athletic, will have a resting heart rate 70-90 BPM while awake and likely go down below. 70 BPM when Sleeping

Question 2

i am having a problem with my chest. everytime i worked hard works or lift up to something heavy i use to have chest pain. ist heart or chest problems?

Accepted Answer

Either: A good way to differentiate will be to try running or going on a treadmill without using your upper body strength. If that reproduces the pain, cardiac causes will have to be ruled in or out. If it is that only upper body movements such as lifting, pushing, etc are causing the pain chances are that the pain is musculoskeletal. Do mention your symptoms at your next well visit.

Question 3

high intensity exercises increase my heart rate while without the exercises it works normally. does this warrant an evaluation from a cardiologist?

Accepted Answer

: Your post is confusing. The heart rate is supposed to increase during any high intensity exercise to push the oxygen around to supply the muscles.. At rest, the heart rate is supposed to remain at a stable rate.  You don't treat normal. If you think your rate is too fast during exercise, that is different. Share your concerns with your regular doc. They can decide if you need a cardiologist.

Question 4

my boyfriend is 23, his heart has been racing and pounding (130bpm) for hours at a time. they've done ekgs and larazipam, now a effxor. nothings works?

Accepted Answer

If not done: A complete medical workup including drug/alcohol use, otc medications, height weight, family history, lab work to include thyroid studies, 24 hour urine for vma, and 24-48 hour cardiac event monitor would be very helpful.

Question 5

which valve in the heart works harder, the bicuspid or tricuspid ?

Accepted Answer

The same: There is no difference in the amount of work they do -it's just that one has 2 leaflets and the other 3.

Question 6

my husband has heart palpitations. blood works show normal. what can it be?

Accepted Answer

Palpitations: Blood work doesn't identify all of the causes of palpitations.  Your doctor or a cardiologist can set your husband up with a monitor to record his heart rate and rhythm. This will help identify if the palpitations are caused by an abnormal heart rhythm. Some can be serious and others can be normal. If he is experiencing chest pain,  trouble breathing or dizziness, he should seek help more urgently

Question 7

my 53yr old husband is very active.. works our regularly, runs, plays hockey, etc. he looks like he's in great shape, but has a very poor heart rate recovery.  is this cause for concern?

Accepted Answer

Signal: It's a signal that something is not as it should be. He needs a stress test if he hasn't already had one. Not only will this confirm (or refute) his true heart rate recovery quantatively, it will reveal if he has significant coronary artery disease. He also needs an echocardiogram to be sure his heart muscle is strong (or if not, that he's receiving treatment to help it).

Question 8

where can i find a fetal heart monitor that works online?

Accepted Answer

You shouldn't: Fetal heart rate monitoring should be done by trained professionals in real time for specific indications typically in some tpye of health care facility.

Question 9

which heart valve works harder, the bicuspid or tricuspid?

Accepted Answer

Both.: I suspect most would say the bicuspid as the pressures are greater, but i kind of like them both.  The tricuspid has one more leaf doesn't that count for something?

Question 10

what else can i do to stay asleep? tried many meds, cbt. wake q 2 hours, heart racing. nothing works, been a few years. tired, foggy, bummed.

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Benefits of sleep: The bed room must be dark &amp; quiet.-Free of phone,computers &amp; Tv
may play soothing music. Melatonin is produced in darkness.
Learn meditation- Ziva meditation appeals to me- Easy 
Without 6-8 hours of good sleep you will be foggy,tired &amp; bummed per your description.
Did you try natural aids like melatonin,tryptophan,glycine,valerian root tincture,chamomile tea etc
If nothing works get cannabinoids

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What is a good heart rate for a 60 year old who works all day with a heart rate of 79-89?

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I am having a problem with my chest. everytime i worked hard works or lift up to something heavy i use to have chest pain. ist heart or chest problems?

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High intensity exercises increase my heart rate while without the exercises it works normally. does this warrant an evaluation from a cardiologist?

A member asked:

My boyfriend is 23, his heart has been racing and pounding (130bpm) for hours at a time. they've done ekgs and larazipam, now a effxor. nothings works?

A member asked:

Which valve in the heart works harder, the bicuspid or tricuspid ?

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My husband has heart palpitations. blood works show normal. what can it be?

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My 53yr old husband is very active.. works our regularly, runs, plays hockey, etc. he looks like he's in great shape, but has a very poor heart rate recovery. is this cause for concern?

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Where can i find a fetal heart monitor that works online?

A member asked:

Which heart valve works harder, the bicuspid or tricuspid?

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What else can i do to stay asleep? tried many meds, cbt. wake q 2 hours, heart racing. nothing works, been a few years. tired, foggy, bummed.

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