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hi i have a problem. went to my doctor today and my bp was 200/90 so he gave me another type of bp med but because i took my other bp med before going to dr i did not take other med but tonight i took my bp and my rt arm read 174/113 and left arm 233/138 plz advise
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I would like to tell you that if you have significant difference between the blood pressure measures indifferent arms then you may require a physical evaluation for the same. A big difference in blood pressure measurements between your arms could be indicating a health problem like blocked arteries in your arms, kidney disease, diabetes, or heart defects which requires proper evaluation for a proper treatment. It's recommended for you to consult your physician personally and get yourself evaluated.
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Dr. Bhanu Pratap
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Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. I would like to tell you that if you have significant difference between the blood pressure measures indifferent arms then you may require a physical evaluation for the same. A big difference in blood pressure measurements between your arms could be indicating a health problem like blocked arteries in your arms, kidney disease, diabetes, or heart defects which requires proper evaluation for a proper treatment. It s recommended for you to consult your physician personally and get yourself evaluated. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Bhanu Pratap