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Regular drop in heart rate when running (10-20 bpm every 4-6 minutes) then recovers to original bpm. sweat heavily also. does not happen when rowing.

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Dr. Liesa Harte answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Not normal: That is not normal. Please see a cardiologist. You might need to wear a monitor to see what is going on besides the drop in your heart rate. Best of luck to you.

Answered 7/13/2014

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