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Docs, could a pulse of 90/120 cause a heart attack or is that just a clot?

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Dr. William Jenkins answered

Specializes in Anesthesiology

At your age: With a healthy heart a pulse that fast would be what you attempt while exercising.

Answered 5/5/2014

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