It is necessary to check BP or blood pressure regularly. Due to our modern lifestyles, we are prone to develop hypertension at any time in our life. The blood pressure can be measured by a device called a sphygmomanometer. Nowadays, automatic digital monitors without calibration are available for monitoring blood pressure at home. They are fully automated, and it is best to use an upper arm type machine.
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Can loss of balance occur because of high blood pressure?
Query: Hi doctor, Since four years, I am having high BP. I am taking Met XL 50 now and my BP is around 112/82 mm of hg . Sometimes, I have episode of headache and sweating. I feel like I am going to fall. When I check BP during that time with digital machine it shows it around only 112. Does this happen be... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. Yes, there are some variations seen in BP (blood pressure) readings while using digital device. So, to eliminate your doubt do one thing. After checking BP at home from your digital device try to verify it with manual machine. If both read... Read Full »
Can I take medicine after getting a single high BP reading?
Query: Hi doctor, I have a digital BP monitor, and it always shows my BP normal. When I visited two RMP doctors, they also said my BP was fine. But, an MBBS doctor of 30 years experience says that my BP is 160/100 mmHg. I am very confused. Shall I take medicine to control BP? Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through your query. I suggest rechecking your blood pressure before starting medicines. Before checking your blood pressure (BP), please relax for at least 15 minutes. It will be better to check with a conventional mercury sphygmomanometer instead of a digi... Read Full »
How to use my automatic blood pressure-checking device?
Query: Hello doctor, I have an automatic device for checking blood pressure at home. There are 3 options of which first says "sys", the second one says "dia" and the third one "pulse'. Which option is for checking the blood pressure and how much should is normal? Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. The automatic blood pressure machine is a good investment, and it is good to have one at home even if you are not struggling with your blood pressure. The ideal position to take your blood pressure is with the machine located at the level of the heart. The best way to do ... Read Full »
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