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BP reading variation

2021-10-19 17:18:12
When i take my BP reading with the machine , my first reading is generally under 120/90. But then 30 seconds later i take it again, it is under 110/80. Why does the BP reduce on second reading 30 seconds later ? Is the machine faulty ?
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BP variability is normal and denotes healthy heart !
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Control your anxiety

Answered2021-10-19 19:02:20

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No machine is not faulty your BP constantly changes and varies within a normal limit. Nothing to worry

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NO its normal Nothing to worry

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