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Iam currently 6 months pregnant..when im checking bp sitting on a sofa im getting reading of 113/89 whereas when i sat on dining table chair the reading came as 112/81..
please advice why is this difference ?
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During pregnancy, BP should be measured in a sitting position with adequate back support, feet flat on the ground, empty bladder, and no Tea/Coffee in the prior 30 minutes. BP cuff should be at the level of the heart.
Source - ESH2023
Next Steps
Consult a General Physician for in-office measurement of BP with a mercury apparatus and stethoscope for an accurate reading.
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The difference could be because of user error. That is why you should take 3 readings and take average of the last 2 readings and note it down.
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According to your query and sign and know about the disease and cause and it's best Treatment as you have mentioned as above .
Please take consultation for better evaluation and best Treatment as it need complete history of patient as personal and family history.
Please follow any medicine or advise after consultation only from a good doctor.
Please follow good life style as
• take plenty of fluid and
• take less spicy and fatty foods
• take home made food only and
do exercise regularly with yoga and meditation and
please keep positive attitude to fight any disease and any problem in of your life.
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BP of a pregnant on the normal rage is 120/80.
From the readings you mentioned I could guess you are using electronic BP apparatus which is not accurate almost all the times, the BP apparatus should be in same plane as your arm and the cuff should be tied at least two centimetre above your elbow as marked on the cuff itself.
Slight variations can happen upon posture change, from the above details I don't think you should be concerned but do have a regular check up with your gynecologist.
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check the BP using Mercury BP apparatus or follow the instructions as mentioned on the electronic BP apparatus.
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