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My blood pressure from my left arm was 146/106 w/88 pulse I retook it same arm and it was 137/106 with 90pul so then I took pressure on my right arm 146/106 92pulse why the difference and what does this mean I do take low dosage of blood pressure medicine I am 35 and high blood pressure runs in my family
Hi Thank you for sharing with HCM I read your query and understand your concern The difference isn't pathological so you don't have reason to worry too much Minimal differences can be seen between arms If it is more than 20 mm than it needs evaluation You are fine so continue your treatment Wish you good health Feel free to contact me further questions or queries Regards Dr Drilona Kenga Cardiologist
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What Causes Difference In BP Reading?
Hi Thank you for sharing with HCM I read your query and understand your concern The difference isn t pathological so you don t have reason to worry too much Minimal differences can be seen between arms If it is more than 20 mm than it needs evaluation You are fine so continue your treatment Wish you good health Feel free to contact me further questions or queries Regards Dr Drilona Kenga Cardiologist