Blood pressure measurement

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Doctor, what is right way to measure blood pressure? to lie down or sitting for accurate reading. When it should be done after eating or before? Please advise Thanks

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Dr. Shodhan Aithal Cardiologist 7 yrs exp Mangalore Consult Now · Accepted Answer

Dr. Shodhan Aithal

Cardiologist 7 yrs exp Mangalore

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Measuring in each position has its own merits and demerits. It is recommended to measure in sitting position with machine kept at the level of heart. Regarding eating, no recommendations as such. Just to avoid caffeine and smoking atleast 30 minutes prior to measurement. I hope I answered your question.

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