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resting BPM 198

Hi. I'm 23 years old. I have chest pain not sharp pain feels More like pressure like there is something inside trying to get out. I'm using my phone to messure my heart rate I'm getting 198-262. I'm a Comercial truck driver. On the road now. I haven't taken any caffeine pills just drank half of a redbull.
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If your heart rate is averaging 230bpm, you don't need a phone to tell if it's beating fast.  That's nearly 4 times per second, and the feeling is unmistakable. I know, I've been there.  If it doesn't slow, I'd find the nearest hospital and park the truck somewhere and get treatment.  It could be a number of things, but odds are it's SVT.  A few hours of this, and you should seek treatment at the nearest hospital.
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I would but I'm driving OR to SC. When I get to SC if I still have the problem I'll talk to someone there. Sometimes I get a 50-60 bpm probably bad reading.
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perhaps you should check with your doctor. he/she could do some testing and be able to provide you with relief and some answers for your concerns.
That is a very fast heart rate. I would urge you to check with your doctor.
Good Luck to you.
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Is there a way to edit my post? The phone I'm using has a built-in heart rate monitor it's pretty accurate I tested it with the one at the hospital it was one or two beats off. It's the galaxy s5 if it's worth less please do laugh at me.
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