Michael C. asked
I'm a 60-year-old female with normal blood pressure, taking a statin for cholesterol, and experiencing significant anxiety for the past 6 months. I've been experiencing palpitations and dizziness, but my cardiologist's tests (EKG, Holter monitor, stress test) were all normal, indicating a low risk of heart disease. My resting heart rate is usually 78-82, but it can go over 100 during minimal or light activity, which is noticeable and uncomfortable. Is this normal, and could the increased heart rate due to anxiety cause damage to my heart?
October 8th, 2024
Heather W. answered
It is normal for your heart rate to increase with activity, and going over 100 during light activity...
October 8th, 2024
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