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Suggest Treatment For Low Pulse Rate With Stomach Ache And Dizziness
Hi, my boyfriend is experiencing a very low pulse rate (44) although he normally has a low pulse, about 50. He has been feeling faint and light headed for two days with a stomach ache, and has been sleeping and drinking fluids to combat this. Do you have any suggestions?
Mon, 23 Jan 2017
hello,
It's a matter of concern. First we need to find out a cause. Possible reason includes, thyroid problem, potassium abnormalities or sometimes problems in heart pacemaker called sinus node.
He should get one ecg and holter monitoring done. Also, thyroid and kidney function test are needed. If we are able find some treatable cause then it's fine, otherwise he may need pacemaker depending upon a cause.
It's a matter of concern. First we need to find out a cause. Possible reason includes, thyroid problem, potassium abnormalities or sometimes problems in heart pacemaker called sinus node.
He should get one ecg and holter monitoring done. Also, thyroid and kidney function test are needed. If we are able find some treatable cause then it's fine, otherwise he may need pacemaker depending upon a cause.
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