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I've been having issues pertaining my heart rate every time i stand or walk at any pace my heart rate gets higher. why is that?

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See cardiologist: Exertion can cause change in heart rate. See cardiologist to make sure your heart rate change is physiologic not pathologic.

Answered 5/14/2019

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I went to the doctors to get my ekg to check my heart. They said everything was fine although I was still getting a bubbly feeling in my chest. After going for a walk my whole chest felt a sharp pain every time I breathe. Its been 6 hours. Reason?

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When i walk my heart rate goes up. Sometimes i feel light headed. I felt sick a couple times and my head hurts. I'm not hungry which is unusual. Why?

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I am a 72 year old mail. I have a few extra pounds but feel good. I am also T2 diabetic but in remission, A1C below 7. I walk all the time and constantly moving, but can't get my heart rate up. My vitals are usually 109/78 and pulse mid 50's. Thanks?

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Is raising heart rate essential to a healthy life? I go on walks daily. I lift weights as well. But I don't do any high pace cardio. If yes, what is the minimum heart rate should be raised to, to be counted as high pace cardio? Meditation essential?!

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After 2 or 3 drinks . Heart bears faster and this takes some time to come to normal . If i walk faster it increases . Is this a problem ?

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