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When i got up this morning i checked my blood pressure 3 times, the 1st time it was 132 over 60 , 2nd time a minute later was 118 over 60, the 3rd time a minute later was 128 over 60 which one is the correct blood pressure. thank you very much?

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Dr. Amrita Dosanjh answered

Specializes in Pediatric Allergy and Asthma

Reduce salt: If your BP cuff is accurate, all readings are accurate. Continue to monitor, drink fluids and reduce salt intake. A virtual consult is available on Healthtap.

Dr Kuitems and another doctor agreed

Answered 8/6/2020

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A member asked:

When i got up this morning i checked my blood pressure 3 times, the 1st time it was 132 over 60 , 2nd time a minute later was 118 over 60, the 3rd time a minute later was 128 over 60 which one is the correct blood pressure. thank you very much?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Amrita Dosanjh answered

Dr Kuitems and another doctor agreed

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