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  • August 13, 2026 at 4:10 pm #25673 Reply
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    My clinic blood pressure is always high (around 150/95), but at home I usually measure 125/80. My doctor mentioned “white coat hypertension” — has anyone dealt with this? 🤔

    Home blood pressure monitoring

    How to measure correctly at home

    Step Detail
    Rest 5 minutes Sit quietly before measuring
    Correct position Back supported, feet flat, arm at heart level
    Same time daily Morning and evening, 2 readings each
    Validated cuff Upper-arm cuff, correct size
    Record everything Show trends, not single numbers 📊

    Questions 💬

    • Did your doctor treat based on home or clinic readings?
    • Anyone diagnosed with masked hypertension (opposite problem)?
    • How did you lower clinic-visit anxiety?

    Bringing my home log to my next appointment — hopefully it helps my doctor decide if medication is really needed. 🩺

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