Bradycardia - Top 5 most common cause of Slow Heart Rate

A heart rate less than 60 per minute is termed bradycardia.
Around 2% of the healthy population exhibit bradycardia, commonly among physically fit individuals.
Top symptoms of bradycardia include fatigue, dizziness, chest pain, shortness of breath, and fainting.
Aging is the most common cause of a slow heart rate, with cell degradation affecting heart's electrical impulses.
Symptoms of bradycardia in aging individuals often encompass fatigue and dizziness.
Lifestyle and genetic factors significantly influence the onset timing of heart-related aging effects.
Primary treatment for age-related bradycardia involves addressing any underlying chronic diseases and possibly pacemaker implantation.
Ischemic heart disease and heart failure are significant causes of bradycardia, damaging heart tissue and affecting its electrical system.
Diagnosis of ischemic heart disease includes ECG, stress tests, and angiography.
Treatment for ischemic heart disease might include nitrates, beta-blockers, calcium channel blockers, angioplasty, stenting, or bypass surgery.
Heart failure symptoms include shortness of breath, fatigue, edema, and a persistent cough due to lung fluid.
Medications, especially those for hypertension and antiarrhythmics, contribute to 25% of bradycardia cases.
Hypothyroidism, characterized by reduced thyroid hormone release, slows metabolism and heart rate, treated with thyroxine.
Sleep apnea, particularly associated with obesity, can cause nighttime bradycardia.
Lesser common causes of bradycardia include electrolyte imbalances, infectious diseases like Lyme disease, and beneficial effects from supplements like omega-3 fatty acids, coenzyme Q10, and magnesium.
Disclaimer:

This information is provided for general knowledge and educational purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult with your doctor for any questions or concerns you may have about your health.

[bh]

Fatigue is a symptom of so many health issues.

[Pippins]

I have had a pulse of 44 for at least 10 years, recently dropping to 36, absolutely no symptoms and walk 5 miles at speed daily, including Dorset hills, at the age of 77. Recently medics panicked and sent me to a cardiologist. 2 days of full tests, and the cardiologist said "so why is everyone panicking?" Like age and blood pressure, pulse is just a number, NB I eat LOTS of butter and cream, yet my cholesterol is well within limits, and my sodium level is slightly below the desired level.

If it ain't broke, don't fix it

[sapperstang]

I’ve had this my entire life. My resting heart rate is about 42. I never have had any symptoms and lead a very active lifestyle. It may be a problem at some point but it’s just normal for me.

[ronlarsen]

I am 84. I was a competitive runner for over 35 years, up until I turned 74. I've had 3 different PC physicians refer me to cardiologists because of low heart rate. In the past the cardiologists have looked at all the factors and said not to worry. Now, however, they are recommending a pacemaker. I don't run anymore but hike vigorously 3-5 times a week. I'm wondering if I should get a second opinion. I do have fatigue, but always figured it was due to my age.

[jdwalker]

I have a friend who was a long distance runner. His resting heart rate was 42bpm. He ended up having a heart attack at 51years old because blood pooled and clotted in his heart and ended up blocking an artery. Luckily he survived but is now on lifelong blood thinners.

[piewhackitme]

61 year old female.I am very cardio physically active.Ive always had a low resting heart rate of 35-50 even as a child, but I always been never one to sit still i was always on the go running bicycling.I do freak out medical professionals until i explain that its not a problem for me and never has been.I do have a heart murmur but again it has never been an problem

[michaeluk]

I've had it since i was 35. The chest pains scare me to death. I've been prescribed Xanax for ptsd. But my stress test and echo were normal. It got down to 30 bmp when i sleep.

[deborah]

I have a RHR of 56 and Blood pressure of 99/65, no problem at all. and it is not easy to achieve if i tell you. I run 5km almost everyday, monthly run around 120-130km only can achieve this rate. It is not easy to reach ok.

[rahimushtaq]

I got married 6 yrs back got 4kids with new born ... found less pulse which leads me to stay in hospital for 2days to see pulse back to normal
Now im 30.. n have active life with kids around dont know have to worry about pulse or to enjoy life😮

[Noneofyourbusiness-rqjq]

mine is 42 im very fit but sometimes feel fatigue and shortness of breath iv had a ecg all was fine

[Steven-f]

I had a heart attack last year and now im noticing my resting heart rate is low to mid 40s . My legs feel like jelly most of the time and feel weak a lot

[bobbybbobu]

Im 29 male, runs occasionally, my RHR is around 39 to 45 bpms. No symptoms.

[sakibmridha]

I am 17 and i am suffering from sinus bradycardia

[MarijanManuel]

My heart rate drops in low 50s high 40s when asleep dependant on what ive eaten im also 52 now