“Heart rate high?”
I have micro valve prolapse. I live In extreme heat weather inland. Temps sometimes 3 digits. My heart rate climbs to 149 bpm. I’m afraid sometimes but must walk my little dog. What can I do to lower my heart rate? Also, have asthma.
Female | 67 years old
Complaint duration: 3
Medications: Neubulizer, inhaler, triamterine
Conditions: Micro valve prolapse, asthma, high blood pressure
1 Answer
Cardiologist|CardiovascularDiseaseCardiologist
You have many reasons to have a high heart rate. Mitral valve prolapse can cause this as can high blood pressure, and asthma. Also the asthma medications can raise heart rate. If your blood pressure is controlled =
