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Correct way to measure BP
I have previously asked blood pressure question but want to clarify that which position gives accurate blood pressure reading - sitting or lying down on bed
My lying down BP is 120/85, 133/85
My sitting position BP is 140/94, 144/95 and 137/90.
Doctor, Please advice which one is correct and whether my BP is high or Normal.
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As previously answered, both have their own utilities. Obviously, sleeping BP will be lower than sitting. One used for detection of hypertension is sitting BP. So yeah, you have high BP readings.
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