Tuesday, September 30, 2008

What is Slow Heart Rate (Bradycardia)?

Having bradycardia (say "bray-dee-KAR-dee-uh") means your heart beats very slowly.

For most people, a heart rate of 60 to 100 beats a minute while at rest is considered normal.

If your heart beats less than 60 times a minute, your doctor may diagnose bradycardia.

A slow heart rate is sometimes normal and can be a sign of being very fit. Healthy young adults and athletes often have heart rates of less than 60 beats a minute.

For details, please visit http://www.webmd.com/heart-disease/tc/bradycardia-slow-heart-rate-overview

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