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Could Viral Respiratory Infection Be The Cause For Elevated Heart Rate?
I have a viral upper respiratory infection -diagnosed by Urgent Care MD 2 days ago. Had chest X-Ray; not pneumonia. My pulse was elevated at exam (was 92, normally around 64). Could my viral infection have caused my elevated heart rate? Did not know there is a charge for your answer. I will call Urgent Care and ask tomorrow
Fri, 27 Feb 2015
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This is Dr Amit. As per my opinion in in addition to respiratory infection the main reason for the elevated heart rate is nervousness, panic attack and/or fight and flight mechanism as you were in the hospital in front of doctor. I will advice you to take deep breaths, be cool calm and take proper rest. If it remains elevated for long time seek medical advice
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This is Dr Amit. As per my opinion in in addition to respiratory infection the main reason for the elevated heart rate is nervousness, panic attack and/or fight and flight mechanism as you were in the hospital in front of doctor. I will advice you to take deep breaths, be cool calm and take proper rest. If it remains elevated for long time seek medical advice
Regards
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