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What Causes Lightheadedness,low Pulse Rate Along With Memory Loss?

For the past three years I have had some lightheadedness on occasion and have a low pulse rate. I wore a heart monitor for 24 hours and the pulse went to 20 one time. The doctor recommends a pace maker which I am hesitant to do until I wear the monitor for a longer period of time. I also have short term memory loss and I would like to know if there is any correlation between low pulse rate and short term memory loss. I am almost 79 yrs old,exercise regularly (walking between 4-6 miles three times a week). and have no other major health issues.
Wed, 13 May 2015
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Welcome to Health Care Magic.

Thanks for writing.

I am Dr.Nitasha Khan. I have read you question completely, i understand your concern and will try to help you in best way possible.
you definatly need a pace maker because your heart rate is irregular and that can cause light headidness for sure ....thats why you wil feel lethargic and down al the time pace makers is not a bad option you should go for it because it wil male your life easier as you have no other issues .....also your memory loss can be due to age as ppl often tend to have bad memory when they grow old but you should take almonds they help in memory mean while have a regular and good diet






I hope this answered your question.If you have more queries I am happy to answer.Otherwise rate and close the discussion

Regards.

Dr.Nitasha Khan
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What Causes Lightheadedness,low Pulse Rate Along With Memory Loss?

Hello, Welcome to Health Care Magic. Thanks for writing. I am Dr.Nitasha Khan. I have read you question completely, i understand your concern and will try to help you in best way possible. you definatly need a pace maker because your heart rate is irregular and that can cause light headidness for sure ....thats why you wil feel lethargic and down al the time pace makers is not a bad option you should go for it because it wil male your life easier as you have no other issues .....also your memory loss can be due to age as ppl often tend to have bad memory when they grow old but you should take almonds they help in memory mean while have a regular and good diet I hope this answered your question.If you have more queries I am happy to answer.Otherwise rate and close the discussion Regards. Dr.Nitasha Khan