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Blood pressure
My bp in sitting position is 150/80
While supine it is 130/80
Why this much changes,
Plz advice my M.D says consider supine as correct reading as it is best position to check...
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Dr. R.Vimalkumar
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15 yrs exp
Chennai
Supine BP is usually better. Before checking BP you have to sit in back and arm rest chair calmly for 5 minutes. Before checking BP don't drink coffee, tea or smoke for 15 minutes
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