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Why might my pulse reading spike so high?
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Possibilities: Many options 1) Regular response, White coat syndrome 2) Too much caffeine or other stimulants 3) Arrythmias like atrial fibrillation or flutter 4) Nervous or stressful situation
Answered 1/14/2015
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