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What Causes Low Heart Rate And Excessive Weight Loss?

Prior to November my resting heart rate was between 68-71, since then after every meal it drops to mid 50 s to 60, and now my resting heart rate is 52-53. I have not increased exercising and have fullness/bloated belly. It also is dropping into the mid to upper forties when I sleep and my body wakes me out of deep sleep during this drop. I have lost 22 pounds also during this time.
Mon, 17 Dec 2018
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Hi,

Heart rate may normally be 50 bpm in healthy athletes. Howe'ver if you have a feeling of discomfort with it, it always need evaluation. Your weight loss of 12 l also needs consideration.

I personally understand you should be seen urgently by your doctor to check your pulse and heart and to get a heart tape done to see for reasons of a low rate. An echo is also important. So it's vital that you see your doctor for proper assessment and management.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Mahboob Ur Rahman,
General & Family Physician
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What Causes Low Heart Rate And Excessive Weight Loss?

Hi, Heart rate may normally be 50 bpm in healthy athletes. Howe ver if you have a feeling of discomfort with it, it always need evaluation. Your weight loss of 12 l also needs consideration. I personally understand you should be seen urgently by your doctor to check your pulse and heart and to get a heart tape done to see for reasons of a low rate. An echo is also important. So it s vital that you see your doctor for proper assessment and management. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Mahboob Ur Rahman, General & Family Physician