I just had a Doctor’s appointment. After all the ups and downs of my blood pressure, I should have been nervous. But, since I have regularly been taking my medication, have lost a few pounds on a Green Smoothie diet, and have been monitoring my blood pressure readings using my … Continue reading
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Sphygmomanometer Info- Buying a Blood Pressure Meter and Medication are keeping my blood pressure normal
“But for the Grace of God”…… and a little help from the chemistry lab I have managed to survive one more year. Just a little over a year ago and much to my dismay the annual trip to the Doctor revealed that my Blood Pressure was a steady 209/172. I … Continue reading
Do people DIE of High Blood Pressure? Top 10 Causes of Death in the US
When the Nurse or PA (Physicians assistant) said my blood pressure was too high, I always told myself that after an hour in the waiting room, their blood pressure would be high also. I racked it up to hurrying around getting to the Doctors, the traffic, the weather, the wait, … Continue reading
What is a Sphygmomanometer and how can it help me?
When your Doctor tells you that you have hypertension, high blood pressure, he might recommend you get a Sphygmomanometer. You can use the Sphygmomanometer (blood pressure cuff) to keep track of your blood pressure. There is no pain involved in this test, just some pressure on your arm. The Sphygmomanometer … Continue reading