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A member asked:

What do you suggest if i am 55 have bad anxiety i read on the internet about having a low resting pulse it runs from 54 to 65?

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Dr. Linda Callaghan answered

Specializes in Addiction Medicine

See PCP first.: It is always best to go to your family doctor first to make sure that you don't have a cardiac problem causing a low resting pressure then if appropriate , he can refer you to a psychiatrist.

Dr Lewis agreed

Answered 5/11/2014

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