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I have a resting heart rate of 72, i'm not a smoker and in good shape. i have a family history of sudden cardiac arrest without prior history of cardiac problems, is this normal? and if not what should i do?

Q: i have a resting heart rate of 72, i'm not a smoker and in good shape. i have a family history of sudden cardiac arrest without prior history of cardiac problems, is this normal? and if not what should i do?

: It sounds like you need more than a quick answer. See your doctor in person, A heart rate of 72 is within the normal range. The normal heart rate per minute ranges from 60 to 100. Best of health

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It sounds like you need more than a quick answer. See your doctor in person, A heart rate of 72 is within the normal range. The normal heart rate per minute ranges from 60 to 100. Best of health

Answered 3/5/2021

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A member asked:

I have a resting heart rate of 72, i'm not a smoker and in good shape. i have a family history of sudden cardiac arrest without prior history of cardiac problems, is this normal? and if not what should i do?

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