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What is the reason for low heart rate?
Conditions that can slow electrical impulses through the heart. Examples include having a low thyroid level (hypothyroidism) or an electrolyte imbalance, such as too much potassium in the blood. Many types of medicines. Examples include antidepressants, heart medicines, and opioids.
What is an abnormally low heart rate?
When the heart does not operate as it is supposed to and develops an abnormally slow heart rate that is less than 60 beats per minute, the condition is known as bradycardia. Bradycardia can be life threatening if the heart is unable to maintain a rate that pumps enough oxygen-rich blood throughout the body.
Is a low heart rate a cause for concern?
Unless you feel tired, dizzy, or weak, there’s usually no cause for concern, especially because it sounds like you’re in good physical shape. Endurance athletes and other people who exercise a great deal often have lower-than-average heart rates, sometimes even below 40 beats per minute.
Should I take metoprolol if my heart rate is low?
People with diabetes: Metoprolol can block the signs of low blood sugar, like increased heart rate, sweating, and tremors. People with a slow heart rate (bradycardia) or low blood pressure (hypotension): Metoprolol lowers blood pressure and heart rate.
Can BP meds cause low heart rate?
Blood pressure medications Some medications used for high blood pressure, particularly beta-blockers and calcium channel blockers, can also cause a low pulse. In order to lower your blood pressure, these medications decrease your pulse, reducing the workload placed on your heart.
What are the effects of a dangerous low heart rate?
A slow heart rate gets dangerous if the heart isn’t able to pump enough blood to provide the body with necessary oxygen and nutrients. If your pulse rate drops too low, you may feel lightheaded, dizzy, confused or very tired. Fainting is also a risk. In severe cases, cardiac arrest or a sudden loss of heart function may occur.
Does low heart rate really indicate a problem?
Sometimes people have a slower heart rate than normal. This is called bradycardia, and it isn’t necessarily a problem. It’s diagnosed when your heart beats less than 60 beats per minute. There are several causes of a slow heart rate. The most common are being young or physically fit.
What are some of the causes of an abnormally low heart rate?
A low heart rate can sometimes cause dizziness or lightheadedness, in addition to fatigue, but this does not appear to be the case with you. An underactive thyroid can cause a low heart rate. Sometimes electrolyte imbalances can cause a low heart rate and this is of particular concern if someone is on a very restrictive type of diet.
Should I be concerned about low heart rate?
For most young people, highly trained athletes, and people who exercise regularly, a below-60 heart rate is normal and healthy. It is very possible to have a slow heart rate and experience no symptoms. However, if you have symptoms but ignore them, it can sometimes cause more serious problems.