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Can small bp cuff cause high readings. i have normal bp, machine reads error then high readings after new batteries or cuff i get normal readings.

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Absolutely: If the blood pressure cuff is too small/tight around your arm it will cause a falsely elevated blood pressure. Conversely if the cuff is to large and loose around the arm a falsely low blood pressure will result.

Dr Pappas and 4 doctors agreed

Answered 5/17/2021

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