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I'm really scared. i have a high heart rate of about 100 to 120 and it won't slow down. should i be worried? er

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Dr. Robert Killian answered

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No emergency: No. There is no reason to be scared and there is no reason to go to the er. If a fast heart rate is the only symptom you have then you can wait for a bit. Your school nurse or you family doctor may be able to help you figure this out.

Dr Caplin agreed

Answered 9/28/2016

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A member asked:

I'm really scared. i have a high heart rate of about 100 to 120 and it won't slow down. should i be worried? er

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Robert Killian answered

Dr Caplin agreed

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