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A rapid pulse can mean many different things. The pulse can quicken while a person exercises or is experiencing a stressful situation. However, a person with a rapid resting heart rate can have a significant health problem called Tachycardia. Tachycardia can vary in speed and rhythm and these variations can cause various different symptoms of various different levels of danger. Tachycardia can be caused by a multitude of different things including high body fat percentage, vein or artery problems, and heart problems. It is always best to consult a physician if you fear that you have a regularly occurring rapid resting pulse rate.
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What is pulse amplitude?
escalated annd rapid pulse rate. pounding outside of chest
What mercury astronaut had a pulse rate of 170 at lift off?
Gus Grissom was the Mercury astronaut who had a pulse rate of 170 at lift off. This high pulse rate was of concern to the mission controllers.
What cause low pulse rate?
if your relaxed or asleep you can have a low pulse rate or even in a deep sleep you can have a slow steady pulse rate so its ok
Can sport lower your pulse rate?
While actually exercising will cause your pulse rate to increase, when you are fitter your resting rate will be lower than before.
If your pulse goes to 112 can it cause damage?
A pulse rate of 112 will not normally cause any damage. In fact, it is normal for your heart rate to be this high during light exercise. The normal pulse range is about 60-100, so 112 is not high for most people.However, if your pulse is normally lower, and your pulse rate being 112 is a change for you, see your doctor.
Do steroid injections cause fast heart rate?
yes, a steroid injection will cause a rapid heart-rate
What is the medical term meaning very rapid heartbeat beginning in the ventricles?
Ventricular tachycardia is the term for rapid heart rate starting in the ventricles. Any resting pulse rate over 100 in an adult is defined as tachycardia.
Can you have arithmia when your pulse rate is high?
Why do you have your pulse rate taken? Why do you have your pulse rate taken?
How are your breathing rate and pulse rate related?
The breathing rate and pulse rate are related proportionally. If the breathing rate increases, so does the pulse rate. The pulse rate is an indication of the breathing rate.
What is the cause of rapid growth population in the Philippines?
birth rate is higher than death rate
What does a low pulse mean?
Normal pulse is 60-90. A low pulse would be if your heart was beating slower then 60. Often, a healthy person who is in good shape will have a resting heart rate in the 50s and its no cause for concern. Some athletes even have heart rates in the 40's. Depending on an individuals base line pulse a "low" pulse rate may not actually be abnormal for the individual.
Can cerebral edem increase pulse rate?
Yes, cerebral edema can increase your pulse rate and cause swelling of the brain. Many mountain climbers get this due to high altitudes.
