View Full Version : Fluctuations in Heart Rhythm
chris89
Sep 23, 2007, 05:50 PM
My pulse rate is about 1 beat per second while breathing out slowly or while not breathing in or out, but when I breath in it will skyrocket to about 2-3 times a second... is this normal??
J_9
Sep 23, 2007, 06:26 PM
How old are you? This can be normal for certain ages. Where are you taking your pulse? Your apical pulse is the most accurate.
chris89
Sep 23, 2007, 07:08 PM
Hah I'm only 18 :S. I was measuring from my wrist using 2 fingers, but I first noticed it just lying in bed listening to my heart.
inthebox
Sep 23, 2007, 09:18 PM
It may be sinus arrhythmia - which is normal.
Any associated chest discomfort, trouble breathing, dizzyness needs to be evaluated.
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