I was just in the hospital for covid, and they treated me with dexa and antibiotic injections. I got discharged yesterday, but now my heart rate is really slowlike 48 to 49 bpm. Is this something serious? I'm kinda worried about what's going on.

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Dr Ibrahim Salah

General Practitioner

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2+ Yrs

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Yes,it is bradycardia.physician opinion is advised.

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Answered 04/07/2025

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