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I just had an ultrasound done at 8 weeks 4 days and babys heart rate was 184. is that too high of a heart rate? what does it mean?

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

No conclusions: It is good that you saw a heart beat at 8 weeks gestation. This is good sign. I would not draw any conclusions based on a heart rate of 184 at 8 weeks.

Dr Hickerson and another doctor agreed

Answered 11/24/2017

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A member asked:

I just had an ultrasound done at 8 weeks 4 days and babys heart rate was 184. is that too high of a heart rate? what does it mean?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Dr Hickerson and another doctor agreed

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