b) Why is the doctor’s reading different from the reading taken at home?
Your blood pressure can vary due to the environment (temperature, nervous
condition). When measuring blood pressure at the doctor’s office, it is possible
for blood pressure to increase due to anxiety and tension, this is known as “White
Coat Hypertension”.
c) Why should I monitor blood pressure at home?
One or two readings will not provide a true indication of your normal blood
pressure. It is important to take regular, daily measurements and to keep records
over a period of time. This information can be used to assist your physician in
diagnosing and preventing potential health problems.
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