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What Causes Difference In Blood Pressure Values While Taken On Different Hands?

I just checked my blood pressure. I normally take it on my left arm and it normally is around 104 to 110 over 68 to 76. However tonight my left arm pressure was very low at 82/62 but I don t feel bad. I took it again and it was approximately the same. So I decided to take my pressure in my right arm and it was normal -104/70. I have now taken my pressure 3 timess in both arms with the same results. Should I be extremely worried about this difference?                                                                  
Mon, 7 Jan 2019
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Hello,

I understand your concern and would explain that this difference between both arms is quite normal, due to the anatomical changes of the blood vessels in the arm.

So, there is no reason to worry about it!

Anyway, your blood pressure values are low. For this reason, I recommend having some rest and taking plenty of fluids. If you are taking any antihypertensive drugs, I would recommend stopping them until your blood pressure values will be normal again.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Ilir Sharka,
Cardiologist
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What Causes Difference In Blood Pressure Values While Taken On Different Hands?

Hello, I understand your concern and would explain that this difference between both arms is quite normal, due to the anatomical changes of the blood vessels in the arm. So, there is no reason to worry about it! Anyway, your blood pressure values are low. For this reason, I recommend having some rest and taking plenty of fluids. If you are taking any antihypertensive drugs, I would recommend stopping them until your blood pressure values will be normal again. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Ilir Sharka, Cardiologist