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My question is ... wrist bp monitors tend to give higher or lower readings? i follow all directions when using it, just need to know if it tend to be higher or if it tend to be lower. it's the only monitor i can use at home , arm cuff won't fit me?

Q: my question is ... wrist bp monitors tend to give higher or lower readings? i follow all directions when using it, just need to know if it tend to be higher or if it tend to be lower. it's the only monitor i can use at home , arm cuff won't fit me?

: Properly done these monitors produce readings that parallel (are similar to) those of big machines used in a clinic.

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Properly done these monitors produce readings that parallel (are similar to) those of big machines used in a clinic.

Answered 7/7/2021

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A member asked:

My question is ... wrist bp monitors tend to give higher or lower readings? i follow all directions when using it, just need to know if it tend to be higher or if it tend to be lower. it's the only monitor i can use at home , arm cuff won't fit me?

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