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Suggest Treatment For Low Heart Rate With Family History Of Heart Problems
I am 63 male feeling fine,approx 11st 7, 5ft 8. i give blood when asked, (3 times a year). family history of heart problems though. mother needed a pacemaker . i have recently had an ECG which appeared normal though my heart rate was 42bpm, do i need to take this further?
Wed, 3 Dec 2014
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Yes
Many need Holter monitor and Stress ECG – the need and urgency are dictated by the symptoms and clinical findings
The treating alone could conclude better, based on the total clinical picture
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Yes
Many need Holter monitor and Stress ECG – the need and urgency are dictated by the symptoms and clinical findings
The treating alone could conclude better, based on the total clinical picture
Regards
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