A member asked:

My son did not pass his physical, the doctor said he had a double heart beat, with a low heart rate.what could be the cause?should i be worried?

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Dr. Natalie Hodge answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Depends: it is not unusual for an athletic male 14 year old to have a low resting heart rate, this often is normal. "Double Heart Beat" could be a "premature ventricular contraction" which occur normally in teens, and can be heard on exam. I am concerned that you have these lingering questions following your evaluation! Follow your doc's recommendations for evaluation. Don't worry, but pursue answers

Answered 9/4/2014

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