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How To Reduce The Heart Rate Which Is Around 100 Bpm?
HiHi there. I'm 6'4" tall and approx. 300 lbs. I regularly donate plasma to supplement my income, but lately, more often than not, I have been deferred for 24 hour periods due to my pulse being > 100bpm. In the past, I have been cleared for donation by the nurse at the plasma center, who auscultated my heart rate and noted that I have a regular rate and rhythm. I've also received clearance in the past from my personal physician and a cardiologist, both of whom say I'm okay to donate. This plasma center does not honor that, so I'm wondering: What can I do (besides eating well, not smoking, and avoiding caffeine) to lower my heart rate just while they are checking it in the screening room?
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Sat, 15 Mar 2014
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Hi Welcome to HCM,
I understand your query and concern.
Your symptoms are suggestive of Sinus Tachycardia secondary to stress and anxiety.I advise you to get an ECG,2 D Echo,lipid profile to confirm the diagnosis.Monitor your blood pressure and heart rate regularly.Drugs like Metoprolol 25 mg will be helpful.Avoid stress and anxiety.
Consult your cardiologist for expert management.
Post your further queries if any,
Thank you.
I understand your query and concern.
Your symptoms are suggestive of Sinus Tachycardia secondary to stress and anxiety.I advise you to get an ECG,2 D Echo,lipid profile to confirm the diagnosis.Monitor your blood pressure and heart rate regularly.Drugs like Metoprolol 25 mg will be helpful.Avoid stress and anxiety.
Consult your cardiologist for expert management.
Post your further queries if any,
Thank you.
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