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In which hand you should check blood pressure right or left asking for a normal check
As there is may be difference
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Dr. Ankita Gahlot
Obstetrician
12 yrs exp
Bangalore
Either arm is fine for a normal blood pressure check, but it's best to use the same arm every time so readings are comparable. A difference of up to about 10 points between your two arms is common and not worrying.
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Check it while seated with your arm at heart level, after a few quiet minutes of rest. Avoid tea, coffee or exercise right before. If you've never compared both arms, check each once and keep using whichever reads higher.
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See a doctor in person if one arm reads much higher than the other every time, or if you feel dizzy or unwell.
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