Question:
Dear doctor! I have a question: Is there any problem with a pregnant woman's heart rate of 120 beats per minute? Thank you for your response.
Thu Linh (Vinh Phuc)
Answer:
Hello! Heart rate typically increases during pregnancy, especially in the second and third trimesters. A heart rate above 100 beats per minute is classified as tachycardia.
You should consult a cardiologist to determine if the tachycardia is due to a specific underlying medical condition such as pregnancy-related anemia, heart rhythm disorders, or other related cardiovascular diseases.
You can undergo testing at specialized medical facilities or hospitals within the Vinmec Health System to be examined by highly experienced physicians."
Hopefully, the above information has helped you answer whether a 120 beats per minute heart rate in pregnant women is concerning. Wishing you a healthy pregnancy.
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Answered by Dao Kim Phuong, M.D, MSc - Cardiologist and Echocardiographer - Department of General Internal Medicine - Vinmec International General Hospital Times City.
