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From april 18th, my resting heart rate has been steadily increasing from 65bpm to 86bpm as of today. nothing has changed- no new meds, no life changing event, it's been making me nervous.

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Dr. James Ferguson answered

Puzzling: This is well within the normal range of resting rates & your focus on it can actually trigger stress hormones that increase the rate. If you are really concerned get in and have it checked out.

Answered 5/16/2018

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A member asked:

From april 18th, my resting heart rate has been steadily increasing from 65bpm to 86bpm as of today. nothing has changed- no new meds, no life changing event, it's been making me nervous.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. James Ferguson answered

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