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Why does my blood pressure increase when i stand up?

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Dr. Gerald Neuberg answered

Specializes in Cardiology

By how much?: Well that's not typical but probably not harmful either. Be glad it doesnt drop too much when you stand up, which can be disabling and is affecting a number of people who post on healthtap.

Dr Koch agreed

Answered 5/22/2015

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