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The heart has its own electrical system that helps keep the heart in rhythm and helps control how
The heart has its own electrical system that helps keep the heart in rhythm and helps control howfast it beats.Bradycardia means your heart beats slower than normal.For some people, this can be normal and healthy.For others, bradycardia could be a sign of a problem with the heart's electrical system.Bradycardia can make you feel weak or dizzy. Or it may make you pass out.Treating bradycardia depends on what is causing it and on the symptoms you’re having.You and your doctor will decide what treatment is right for you.Treatments may include treating another health problem that may be the cause, changing a medicine,or getting a pacemaker.To learn more about bradycardia, talk to your doctor.© The Wellness NetworkThis program is for informational purposes only. Publisher disclaims all guarantees regarding the accuracy, completeness,or suitability of this video for medical decision making. For all health related issues please contact your healthcare provider.© The Wellness Network
Your heart is responsible for pumping a constant supply of oxygen-rich blood to your organs and tissues. A heart attack occurs when the blood flow to your heart muscle is disrupted or stopped, usually because of heart disease.
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Your heart is a pump that is responsible for delivering blood to all parts of your body. Arteries carry oxygen-rich blood from the lungs to nourish the cells, and veins transport oxygen-poor blood on its way back to the heart and lungs. This animation shows how the heart and circulatory system work.
