Emily J. asked
I am 23 years old and 32 weeks pregnant. My pulse oximeter app showed a heart rate of 310, which is significantly higher than my actual heart rate of 90 measured by a real pulse oximeter. I have bad medical anxiety and am worried about the accuracy of the app and the possibility of having a heart condition. How can I be sure that the app is incorrect and that I do not have a dangerous heart condition?
May 29th, 2023
James G. answered
The pulse oximeter app's reading of 310 is incorrect and not reflective of your actual heart rate. A...
May 29th, 2023
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