Increases the workload of the heart, so long term, chronic can cause significant heart problems (damage to lining of arteries, resulting in atherosclerosis, increased risk of CHD and stoke) Lack of regular exercise, a high salt diet, obesity, chronic stress, family history, gender and race are risk factors.
Bradycardia is the medical term used for a low heart rate. Low pulse rates can be caused by metabolic diseases and damage to the heart structure. An imbalance in electrolytes and some medications can also cause your pulse to drop.
Low Pulse Rate. Your heart will typically beat between 60-100 times each minute when you are at rest. Bradycardia refers to a heart rate that is below 60 beats per minute.In most cases bradycardia does not cause complications or symptoms, but this can be a serious condition because a low pulse rate means the heart is not pumping an adequate supply of oxygen rich blood to the rest of the body.ow Pulse Rate. Your heart will typically beat between 60-100 times each minute when you are at rest. Bradycardia refers to a heart rate that is below 60 beats per minute.