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Usually i measure in my left hand about 20 hgmm less blood pressure then in the right.today left hand 86, right 103 hgmm.is this a problem?thank you!
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Yes.: Please see your doctor. Sometimes there can be a blockage of your arteries leading to your left arm that can explain this problem. Blood pressure in both arms should be the same.
Answered 10/31/2013
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