How can I get checked for hypertension (high blood pressure ) without seeing a doctor? I looked up in a book what kind of headache I ve been experiencing based on the symptoms, and it looks like a hypertension headache. It didn t even sound like any other headache listed. I understand this means high blood pressure, but I was wondering... saving myself a trip to a doctor, how can I diagnose this myself? I m thinking I d have to buy a blood pressure monitor, and take regular readings... totally doable. That would be better than making an appointment, waiting 2 weeks, and paying a co-pay to have him tell me to do that. What I m looking for from you is a website giving information on self-diagnosis of hypertension, and treatment options. At what point should I see a doctor? Etc. Thank you