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Hi docs! i have 5 yrs hbp & now my blood pressure fluctuates a lot. is a digital wrist blood pressure monitor & heart beat meter ok to monitor my bp?
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Hypertension: The wrist monitors can sometimes fluctuate quite a bit. If possible, check it against your doctor's meter for accuracy and consistency. If you develop symptoms associated with blood pressure that is too high or too low see your doctor for medication adjustment.
Answered 10/21/2014
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