Change in Heartbeat
When To See a Doctor
You have answered Yes to:
Do you have a fast heart rate (more than 100 beats per minute)?
See significance of a fast heart rate if you need information to help you answer the question below.
Review health risks that may increase the seriousness of your symptoms.
Call your health professional immediately if you answer "Yes" to the following question.
Yes Is your heart beating faster than 100 beats per minute without an obvious cause?
If you have answered "No" to the above questions, go back to Check Your Symptoms and continue to answer the questions to evaluate your symptoms.
| Author: | Jan Nissl, RN, BS | Last Updated: June 22, 2007 |
| Medical Review: | William M. Green, MD - Emergency Medicine H. Michael O'Connor, MD - Emergency Medicine | |
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