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Old 05-14-2004, 09:59 PM   #1
albinosheep
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Exclamation High Pulse Rate - VERY WORRIED! :'(

Hi, I'm new...

I've joined as I've had a gym induction today and they've refused training because of my pulse rate. They said their maximum was 99 but my resting pulse rate was 131.

I am well known for worry and panicing at the smallist things but was worried my pulse rate was still VERY high. Is it still possable this could just be white-coat disorder or anxiety? Or maybe more serious glycarmia, which I know nothing about

I weigh about 10 - 10 1/2 stone, and am only 19... so know little about medical terms, nor their details.

Anyone who could advise me on my problem would be a fantastic help as I am VERY worried

Chris
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Old 05-14-2004, 11:58 PM   #2
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Re: High Pulse Rate - VERY WORRIED! :'(

If you indeed worry alot, it is quite easy to have had a higher pulse rate while there. The best way to know is to check your pulse at home over the next week, when you are relaxed and rested, ie no smoking before, etc. If it is within normal at home, you have your answer. If it remains persistantly high(which at the moment 130 is NOT an emergency), then go to your doctor about it, and they can do a check up, and advise you on an exercise program to do at home.
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Old 05-15-2004, 05:41 PM   #3
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Re: High Pulse Rate - VERY WORRIED! :'(

okay, i'm not a professional but my advice would be to do some very deep breathing like inhale as much as you can, hold it for a few seconds, then blow out slowly. yoga and meditation are very good ways to alleviate stress and calm yourself down. there is some controversey about kava kava, but this herb has a calming effect on your nervous system. i would consult a doctor first or do your own research first. don't do high impact cardio, go for a nice pace walk, and buy a yoga and/or meditation video and learn how to cope with it, and get some good breathing techniqes which is very soothing to the nervous system. when you get anxious about something, keep breathing. i hope this helps, however it sounds like you may have a slight case of anxiety or panic attacks and just knowing that your heart is doing that probably makes your case worse. just calm down and remember your mind is a powerful tool in assisting you through stress even illness at times. try to learn how to use it. i'm still learning, but i know it works. i used to worry alot, now i'm 28 years old and have learned alot so far through my journey. you will too if you put effort into it. try to find out more about alternative medicine, homeopathy, stuff like that! if you want to go the conventional way, you can learn on your own in the meantime. hope this helps!
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Old 05-17-2004, 06:50 PM   #4
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Re: High Pulse Rate - VERY WORRIED! :'(

A high pulse rate and anxiety can be a symptom of hyperthyroidism. Do you have any other symptoms that may seem to be unrelated to the high pulse rate?
Here are some of the most common signs and symptoms:

Palpitations
Heat intolerance
Nervousness
Insomnia
Breathlessness
Increased bowel movements
Light or absent menstrual periods
Fatigue


Fast heart rate
Trembling hands
Weight loss
Muscle weakness
Warm moist skin
Hair loss
Staring gaze


If you have any one of these along with the fast heart rate or if you have any other symptoms not listed here, check the Thyroid Disorders Board here. There's a LOT of information there.
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Old 05-18-2004, 12:39 PM   #5
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Re: High Pulse Rate - VERY WORRIED! :'(

A fast heart rate is also known as tachycardia. There are many more conditions out there than hyperthyroidism. I would leave this diagnosis to your doctor because it can be a scarey thing reading through signs and symptoms of a disease you know nothing about. Of course, being a healthy person, I have some of the signs and symptoms of hyperthyroidism but I certainly do not have the condition. Please just make sure you don't jump to any conclusions before your doctor makes a diagnosis...it will just worry you more and keep that heart rate up!
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