What is the medical term for an elevated heart rate?

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28 Feb 2021
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Tachycardia refers to a condition where the heart beats faster than normal, typically exceeding 100 beats per minute. It results from abnormal electrical signals originating in the heart's upper or lower chambers. Various arrhythmias can lead to this increased heart rate.

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