Current medical status: My heart rate is on average 130 bmp, when I try to exert myself, as in running a short distance, dancing or climbing stairs carrying a box, I get dizzy and exhausted. It's much worse if having drank coffee.
Current medical treatment: Tests so far, going to hospital tonight for more tests.
While at rest the heart rate should be in the range of 60-80 per minute. A heart rate over 80 is called tachycardia.
The heart rate normally goes over 80 during every type of physical activity. Some emotional events like anxiety, fear, or excitement can also cause tachycardia. Certain types of food like coffee can cause tachycardia.
Non-heart disorders like all fever-conditions, dehydration, and hyperthyroidism are usually manifested with tachycardia.
Many heart disorders where the heart rhythm is somehow disturbed can be manifested with tachycardia.
You may want to consult a cardiologist about your condition.
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