Qatar
A 38-year-old male asked:
My resting heart rate is 80 to 90 when i wake up. i have perfect body mass index, non smoker, work out 4 days per week, normal ecg, perfect blood pressure, and no complaints or comorbidities, what could be the reason for this?
1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in
Dr. Daniel Ziegleranswered
Emergency Medicine 32 years experience
You don't say what your heartrate is at other times, but if you usually have a slower heart rate and you check this "resting heart rate" before you rise from lying to sitting up, then it's likely you are startled by an alarm clock, waking from a dream, anxious or excited when you wake up. As long as it returns to normal, you're ok, but you should explore why you get this probable adrenaline rush.
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
Answered Sep 13, 2022
Last updated Sep 13, 2022
People also asked
Connect with a U.S. board-certified doctor by text or video anytime, anywhere.
24/7 visits - just $44!
50% off with $15/month membership
Disclaimer:
Content on HealthTap (including answers) should not be used for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and interactions on HealthTap do not create a doctor-patient relationship. Never disregard or delay professional medical advice in person because of anything on HealthTap. Call your doctor or 911 if you think you may have a medical emergency.