Does a heart rate of 107 beats per minute require treatment?
Sep 20, 2024
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Tian Hongbo
Introduction
Under normal circumstances, a heart rate of 107 beats per minute during physical activity or after drinking coffee or alcohol is generally considered normal. However, if a patient's heart rate persistently exceeds 107 beats per minute while at rest in a calm state, it may be abnormal. It is recommended to minimize intake of stimulants such as caffeine and nicotine, avoid excessive emotional fluctuations, and engage in moderate exercise regularly.
Generally, whether a heart rate of 107 beats per minute requires treatment depends on the underlying cause. If the heart rate reaches 107 beats per minute during or after physical exercise, coffee consumption, or alcohol intake, it is usually considered normal. However, if a patient's heart rate persistently exceeds 107 beats per minute while at rest, this may indicate an abnormal condition.
In situations such as intense exercise, emotional stress, drinking alcohol, coffee, or strong tea, heart rate may temporarily rise to 107 beats per minute. In these cases, the increased heart rate is a normal physiological response to the current state and typically does not require specific treatment. Once these stimulating factors are removed, the heart rate usually returns to normal levels.
If the heart rate consistently remains at 107 beats per minute, potential causes such as arrhythmia or hyperthyroidism should be considered. These conditions can increase cardiac workload, elevate myocardial oxygen consumption, and may even lead to serious complications such as heart failure. For example, significantly elevated hormone levels secreted by the thyroid gland can have toxic effects on the myocardium, leading to persistent tachycardia. Under a doctor's guidance, medications such as metoprolol tartrate tablets, losartan potassium tablets, or propranolol hydrochloride tablets may be used for treatment.
It is recommended to minimize intake of stimulants such as caffeine and nicotine, avoid excessive emotional fluctuations, maintain regular sleep patterns, and engage in moderate physical activity.
