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How to Measure Your Blood Pressure at Home

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How to Measure Your Blood Pressure at Home

Blood pressure readings are measuredBlood Pressure Support Reviewin millimeters of mercury (mmHg) and two numbers are used. The first is the systolic pressure reading. It represents the maximum pressure exerted when the heart contracts. The second value is diastolic pressure reading. It represents the pressure in the arteries when the heart is at rest. Both values are important, even if many will tell you that a high diastolic value is more serious than a high systolic value.

Some people only experience hypertension when they visit the doctor. This is called white coat hypertension and is generally caused by feeling anxious being in a medical environment. This can affect readings by as much as 20-30 mmHg.

Almost everyone can monitor their blood pressure at home themselves. The exception is if you have a medical condition such as lymphoedema then you should not have a reading taken on the affected arm, as the pressure reading can make it worse.

Three different types of monitors are available; finger monitors, wrist monitors and upper arm monitors. Generally speaking, you should avoid finger monitors, they seldom give accurate readings. The upper arm monitors are generally the most accurate. It's a little bit more awkward to use an upper arm monitor than a wrist type monitor but in most cases you get more accurate readings.

 

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