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I have a fib,do i really need to take betablockers with a resting pulse rate of 85 per min.maxium. thanks?

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Dr. Anita Prakash answered

Specializes in Cardiology

Depends....: Consider a cardiology consult for best strategy for management of atrial fibrillation. This is a nuanced question and merits an individualised answer to best guide you.

Dr Fowler and another doctor agreed

Answered 11/11/2015

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