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Hi, i'm 20 and exercise regularly, but my resting heart rate is often 90 and gets to 120 just when walking. is this normal? last ecg was unremarkable.

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Dr. Peter Ihle answered

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Not 4 a 20yo: I would have an evaluation, especially if there is a strong Fm Hx of cardiovascular disease.

Answered 6/14/2015

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A member asked:

Hi, i'm 20 and exercise regularly, but my resting heart rate is often 90 and gets to 120 just when walking. is this normal? last ecg was unremarkable.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Peter Ihle answered

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