Patient's question:
My daughter is 4 years old. When she sleeps at night, I listen to her heartbeat, which is 88 beats per minute. I want to ask if this is normal?History of treatment and effectiveness: None
What kind of help do I want: I would like to learn more about
Doctor's answer:
A normal heart rate should be 60-100 beats per minute. If it is higher than 60 beats per minute, it is generally referred to as bradycardia, but it does not necessarily indicate a disease. This is because if the heart reserve capacity is strong, the stroke volume per beat is higher, resulting in a lower heart rate. For example, the heart rate of athletes is usually around 40-50 beats per minute. If there are no special symptoms, it does not need to be addressed. It is commonly seen in normal children who exercise frequently, with a heart rate generally not exceeding 100 beats per minute per minute.