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Cardiologist said i had "true white coat" when having blood pressure taken in office vs. when at home. i take bp meds. so, how would i lessen it?

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Dr. Stuart Hickerson answered

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BP: The data is clear that home BP is best reading. I am unaware that there is any reason to treat the "white coat " HTN. Simply be aware of it. As long as your home BP is good that is what is more important anyway.

Answered 7/3/2018

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Dr. Vahe Yetimyan answered

Deep breathing: or Meditation. Few deep breathing or 10- to 15-minute meditation can be done while waiting for the doctor.

Dr Hegab and another doctor agreed

Answered 7/3/2018

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A member asked:

Cardiologist said i had "true white coat" when having blood pressure taken in office vs. when at home. i take bp meds. so, how would i lessen it?

4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Stuart Hickerson answered

Dr. Vahe Yetimyan answered

Dr Hegab and another doctor agreed

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