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Why can't i hear a heartbeat while checking my blood pressure?

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Dr. James Chapman answered

Specializes in Cardiology

Various: This may be do to your equipment, operator error (improper location of stethoscope), reduced hearing, or very low blood pressure.

Dr Weisberger agreed

Answered 5/28/2015

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