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A 39-year-old male asked:
if a persons natural pacemaker has complaint, is it possible to increase the pulse rate when doing exercise? resting pulse rate 44-50.
2 doctor answers • 4 doctors weighed in
Dr. John Chiu answered
Allergy and Immunology 57 years experience
Yes: If you are very physically fit, a 44-50 resting pr is great. Your pr should increase with exercise unless you have a heart rhythm disorder which will require a thorough investigation.
4366 viewsAnswered Jan 2, 2019
Dr. Steven Neish answered
Pediatric Cardiology 38 years experience
Yes: Even if your resting heart rate is low, it is likely that your sinus node rate (pacemaker in the normal heart) will respond with an increase in heart rate during exercise.
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