Blood Pressure Questions

Josh E asked:


I get different readings from the hospital and my own blood pressure monitor. So I was hoping somebody could recommend something.

Sam asked:


I am only 20 years old and female. Not overweight. My blood pressure was consistently high over the past couple of months at a range between 159/94 and 154/89, it hasn’t deviated from that range in that time once that I know of. Doctor keeps checking with same result, but hasn’t started me on anything yet but says she will. Anyone know what she’s waiting for?

Tink asked:


I’ve never had it before (hbp)

I was sick recently so I am just starting to get my apetite back. I eat a pretty balanced diet. I drink lots of water.

Can it be caused by stress or lack of rest?

Faye H asked:


I get really nervous when I get my blood pressure checked sometimes and it’ll sometimes shoot up to 180/100, but when I’m calm its normal, should I be worried?

travis_beltz asked:


I was told that getting yelled at can cause high blood pressure. I have high blood pressure and I’m all ways getting yelled at.

krnkjl9898@sbcglobal.net asked:


I am 20 years old, athletic, not overweight but have a blood pressure rate of 133. How can I lower this blood pressure to a healthy level? Thanks

There are different ways of measuring your blood pressure, which lets you measure your true blood pressure and get a list of blood pressure measurements. Electronic or digital devices are the easiest ones to use. Digital blood pressure monitors can also be considered the same way. They are especially convenient for anyone who is not used to testing his or her own blood pressure. Testing your own pressure is more convenient than visiting the doctor, as was once required. It allows you to test your blood pressure regularly, keep an accurate record of the readings and have the information ready for your doctor at each visit.

Digital monitors have either manual or automatic cuffs, and come with a built-in LCD screen that shows the reading. Some models allow for wrist or finger readings. Most of these digital blood pressure monitors come with self-inflating cuffs that inflate once the cuff has been secured and the device has been turned on. These monitors also have the feature of digital readouts that help the patient get a more accurate pressure reading. And is a good option for people who are hard of hearing or have poor eyesight. They also detect blood surges underneath the blood pressure cuff. Many digital blood pressure monitors also include a paper printout to provide a handy hard-copy record for your doctor.

In addition to all these, it is also important to consider the location and size of the cuff to check the accuracy of the monitor. The accuracy of the monitor or the reading can be checked if the reading is compared to the reading of a professional measuring device. Also, the monitors have to be tested for accuracy before use at least once a year.

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kxan asked:

New research shows the number of children with high blood pressure in on the rise.

tim_ume asked:


Is it somehow related to the presence of melanin?

As stated below:

Risk factors for hypertension include:

* age over 60
* male sex
* race (The African-American community has a higher incidence of hypertension.)
* heredity

* salt sensitivity
* obesity
* inactive lifestyle
* heavy alcohol consumption
* use of oral contraceptives

from: http://www.answers.com/hypertension?cat=health

Please reply if you know the answer, thank you! I am interested to find out.

Godony asked:


hi friends i want to see Heart Rate Monitor Watch and Blood Pressure Monitor. I find here OK more model to choose and cheap (How do you think with here?)

Omron Blood Pressure

http://astore.amazon.com/omron-blood-pressure-monitor-sale-20

Microlife Blood Pressure

http://astore.amazon.com/microlife-blood-pressure-monitor-20

Polar Heart Rate Monitor Watch

http://astore.amazon.com/polar-heart-rate-monitor-watch-sale-20

But i want to see more for compare and decide please recommend me.