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Blood pressure reading
My blood pressure first reading immediately after sitting was 151/88 but when I checked again after resting for 5 mins, it came as 126/78.
After that I took 5,6 reading and it always came between 120-125/70-80. Even when I check with other hand it came in same numbers.
Which reading should I consider , first reading or 5,6 readings after resting?
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If you are using digital BP instrument , don't consider the first reading.measure 2nd and 3rd reading taken one minute apart .Take the average of last 2 readings.Make sure your legs uncrossed while seated ,cuff at the heart level.
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Hi dear the first reading is definitely high .
It could either be that you did not take it properly or may be u had an episode of stress at that time .
So if it's consistently coming lower on other days then it could be that u currently do not have high BP but u might be at risk of getting it for which we can try lifestyle modification in order to prevent it.
So please consult on practo so we can discuss it in detail thank u
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Anyone except first
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Consultation for detailed discussion is advisable
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Connect please
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I understood your concern and noted the problem as well .I need to ask few more details to make a diagnosis and start treatment and advice which suits you. Pl consult me on Practo , so that I can help you better.book a time slot as per your convenience for consultation.
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Kindly make a BP chart
Daily 3 times
Morning - afternoon - evening
For 5 days
And report back
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Hello ,got your concern ,it can be treatable with further evaluation, better healthcare and proper treatment ..For prescription and counselling regarding the same you can consult me through this app -
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Can help you with the next course of action and treatment plan. Would like to discuss in details and provide apt solution. Kindly consult.
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Dr. Anuj Mothsra
General Physician
5 yrs exp
Jhunjhunu
Can help you, kindly provide me detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management
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Dr. Priyanka Reddy
General Physician
5 yrs exp
Nellore
It will not be the same every time, it will be fluctuating
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Dr. Valli Ponsing
General Physician
11 yrs exp
Chennai
Bp will keep fluctuating only
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U check twice a day for next five days
If the average is high
U need to start medication
Health Tips
Have low salt diet
Do regular exercise
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Dr. Aditya Prasad Padhy
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Bhubaneswar
connect with a call for details discussion regarding the disease and it's management
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