are home blood pressure machines accurate?

Question

i have a question... i am a 25 year old male 6'4 about 190 lbs... when i use a home blood pressure machine its always normal, usually around 123/76.. however whenever i use a blood pressure machine at a pharmacy even if completely relaxed its always very high, usually around 144/88.. what reading should i go by?

Answer 1

The accuracy of machines really varies. The finger bp machines are very inaccurate. I've found the wrist ones are ok. The home cuff ones vary. If you are curious, get a MD, nurse, pharm etc. to take it for you.

Answer 2

Not accurate like the ones at the doctor or the old fashined way. Yes those machines do need to be calibrated and they often break down from kids using them so much. Also take into consideration that hard seat you sit on, outside noise that doesn't allow you to relax, etc. I wouldn't hold much stock in the store ones. Either go to the doctor to get a true number or stick with your home machine. If you feel you may be having problems any problems with your blood pressure don't fool around with it. That can be really dangerous. Hope this helps

Answer 3

I work in a doctors office and my suggestion to any patient asking this question is to have them bring along their BP machine to their appt. I will then take their BP "the old fashion way" and then again with their machine. Usually the readings are pretty accurate. It is also a good idea to keep a record of not only the BP reading but where you have them done and what you were doing at that time. This will give the doctor some idea of treatment for you condition.

Answer 4

I would make an appointment with your doctor and get a 3rd opinion. The ones at the pharmacy as usually pretty accurate. However, keep in mind that you have been moving around prior to using the one at the pharmacy. Do you use the same one? have you asked the pharmacist if it has been calibrated recently? The accuracy of the home one would depend on how good it was. But like I said, talk to your doctor.

Answer 5

3 years ago, I was diagnosed - hypertension with a reading of 160/100. I used to feel dizzy a lot, my legs had awful cramps, and levels were very low in my potassium, causing my fingers and toes to always cramp together. One day I started to feel really faint while I was driving with my daughter in the back seat and I passed out, hitting 3 cars and ending up in a ditch. That moment,I knew I had to do something because my meds weren't working. I heard about this diet from a friend and thought I'd give it a shot. The results have been remarkable. In just 21 days, I honestly can't remember feeling this good, my blood pressure went from 175/110 to 125/70.

Answer 6

home blood pressure machines sometimes gives false BP reading if it is not calibrated (manual) or if the batteries nearly drain (batt operated). Always check the batteries and change it regularly. Also check the cuff that you are using, it might be big or small for your size. Remember... time and activities will affect your blood pressure.

Answer 7

Your BP varies quite a lot. A home BP machine is fairly worthless. They are sold for profit, not for better health.

Answer 8

GO TO A DOCTOR AND SEE WHAT HE SAYS.THE PHARMACY MACHINES ARE OFTEN INNA CURATE AND THE ONE YOU BUY HAVE TO BE CALIBRATED EVERY SO OFTEN........

Answer 9

the store's machines are not accurate.

Answer 10

no
u have to be in certain position to measure ur BP