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What Causes Increased Pulse Rate After Afib And Mini Stroke?

I have had a pulse rate of between 108-115 for a couple of weeks. I can feel my heart beat heavy. I have severe adema of the feet and legs. I have a pacemaker for atrail fib. I had a mini stroke 12/2007 which left me without my balance. I use a walker. I am female and 83 years old. What should I do about the pulse rate?
Tue, 25 Jul 2017
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your pulse rate should be less than 100,you can consult cardiologist about it.You must be on medications to reduce heart rate.
Atrial fibrillation puts patient on risk for stroke.
get your 2 d echi done.
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What Causes Increased Pulse Rate After Afib And Mini Stroke?

your pulse rate should be less than 100,you can consult cardiologist about it.You must be on medications to reduce heart rate. Atrial fibrillation puts patient on risk for stroke. get your 2 d echi done.