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Bookmark or Share- Tachycardia - Symptoms and causes - Mayo ClinicRapid pulse. Shortness of breath. When to see a doctor. Many things can cause tachycardia. If you feel like your heart is beating too fast, make an appointment for a health checkup. Seek immediate medical help if you have: Chest pain or discomfort. Shortness of breath. Weakness. Dizziness or lightheadedness. Fainting or near fainting.
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- Pulse pressure: An indicator of heart health? - Mayo ClinicChecking your pulse pressure may help your care team predict your risk of heart and blood vessel events, such as heart attacks and strokes. A pulse pressure greater than 60 is a risk factor for heart disease, especially for older adults. Stiffness of the body's largest arteries is the leading cause of increased pulse pressure in older adults.
- How to take your pulse - Mayo ClinicA pulse is the heart rate. It's the number of times the heart beats in one minute. The pulse can be measured using the radial artery in the wrist or the carotid artery in the neck. Heart rates vary from person to person. Knowing your heart rate can help you gauge your heart health.
- Low blood oxygen (hypoxemia) Causes - Mayo ClinicYou might learn you have hypoxemia when you see a doctor for shortness of breath or another breathing-related problem. Or you might share the results of an at-home pulse oximetry test with your doctor. If you use a pulse oximeter at home, be aware of factors that can make the results less accurate:
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