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A member asked:
How dangerous is high pulse rate of heart ?
3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
May be very dangerou: There are many reasons for a very rapid heart rate. Some may be quite serious and even life threatening You should see your physician and be evaluated with EKG and other tests
Answered 5/26/2016
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Abnormal tachycardia: Average resting heart rates in healthy people can range from the 50s to 70s, so an average resting heart rate of over 80 is usually considered abnormal. See a doctor for evaluation soon.
Answered 6/29/2015
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