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.
Keeping track of your blood pressure and pulse lets you know how hard your heart is working and what your risk for heart disease is. A normal pulse rate at rest is between 60 and 100 beats per minute.Generally, a lower pulse rate means that your heart muscle is not having to beat too hard to do its job. However, if your pulse goes too low, it can be dangerous.our doctor can use an electrocardiogram and other heart monitor tests to see if you are at risk. Only your doctor can determine whether your low pulse rate is at a dangerous level for you and prescribe the appropriate treatment.