All are fairly telltale signs of a medical emergency.
Depending on the person, it can ramp up or slow down.
But in some instances they can also slow things down.
First, what is an abnormal versus normal heart rate?
Theheart is well-trainedin people whore really fit, says Dr. Udelson.
So whats considered a dangerous heart rate?
cardiologist atTexas Health Planoand with Texas Health Physicians Group
Any time youre stressed, your body makes more adrenaline, which raises your heart rate.
James Udelson, MD, cardiologist
What happens to your heart rate during a heart attack?
Your heart rate can change over the course of a heart attack.
Itll almost always go up, usually because of the pain, says Dr. Udelson.
Heart rate fluctuations can happen to anyone during a heart attack.
In rare cases, a heart attack can make your heart rateslow down.
A branch of that artery feeds the main pacemaker of your heart.
Your heart rate can also fluctuate depending on the jot down of heart attack.
Some of the most common include:
STEMI
STEMI is short for ST-elevation myocardial infarction.
cardiologist atTexas Health Planoand with Texas Health Physicians Group
NSTEMI
NSTEMI is short for non-ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction.
NSTEMI heart attacks may or may not raise your heart rate.
It mostly just depends on the person and their heart.
And if youre having chest pain, your heart rate might go up as a result.
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This means, your heart rate during cardiac arrest completely stops.
Does your blood pressure change during a heart attack?
While not common, it can happen.
Many people can have a heart attack with normal blood pressure and pulse.
And sometimes, it can dip too low.
Thats unusual, but very dangerous, he adds.
Even if you arent sure, dont hesitate, says Dr. Udelson.
The bottom line
There is no typical heart rate in a heart attack.
Your heart rate can fluctuate greatly.
FAQ
What is the timeline of a heart attack?
Some heart attacks strike suddenly without warning.
How a heart attack ends depends on whether a person gets treated.
At the hospital, the blocked artery can be opened back up to restore blood flow to your heart.
But it needs to happen quickly.
Heart attacks that arent treated (or arent treated quickly enough) are often fatal.
If you stayed home and were lucky enough to survive, part of the heart muscle would die.
What should you never do during a heart attack?
Never hesitate to call for help.
The number-one thing to absolutely avoid is not calling 911, says Dr. Udelson.
While waiting for treatment, avoid exerting yourself or putting any pressure on your chest, Dr. Parikh recommends.
Can you have a healthy heart and still have a heart attack?
Yes, it’s possible for you to.
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