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I took my heart rate on two separate monitors (a pulse oximeter and a watch) when i felt like it was skipping beats. both said 46 while not exercising then went up to a normal 85. could that be possible? im pregnant . is that concerning?
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Continue checks: The pattern of heart rate variation may be normal or abnormal depending on the pattern. If you write down the measurements and any symptoms, the log can then be discussed with HT or your PCP.
Answered 7/30/2019
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