Blood Pressure Monitors in general

Blood Pressure Monitors in general: How high is yours? (652 words)
by David A. Brett - written on 02.03.02 (Very useful, 332 readings)
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When I was diagnosed with hypertension (that’s technical for high pressure), It was another yet health worry to cope with! I was placed on the tablet ‘lisinopril’ which had some really unwanted side effects (see review on it). In fact it was enough to send you BP sky high! Having a family history of hypertension related illnesses it was of some concern, though not majorly. Normal Pressure is rated at around 120/80 - mine was around 140/90 (and above): Not that high I thought, and in fact according to the leaflet in this package it is acceptable as normal according to the World Health Organisation! But the very fact that I am diabetic ...

Power to the Patient! (941 words)
by DarkLady - written on 22.09.01 (Very useful, 138 readings)
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We're all so clued up about medical matters nowadays aren't we? We all devour the health pages in our favourite magazines, some of us even buy the magazines where every page is related to health and fitness. So when we worry that something isn't going quite as perfectly as we would like it's very natural to put our new knowledge into play. Go to any chemist and part with fifty to a hundred pounds and you'll get a nifty little gadget with a diary and a special case to keep it in so that you can monitor your blood pressure at home without the need to bother the doctor. Good idea, innit? Blood pressure is the pressure exerted on the walls of the ...

Blood Pressure Monitors in general: If I Said You Had A Beautiful Body Would You Hold It Against ... (691 words)
by blackjane - written on 25.10.01 (Very useful, 264 readings)
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In this day and age we all need to take care of our bodies. Exercise and a healthy diet are key factors in ensuring that we maintain our good health. However, how are we supposed to know if the effects of our sensible balanced diets and exercise regimes are having the intended effect? One method to keep tabs on your health is to invest in a blood pressure monitor. Although it may sound like just another gadget it could very well end up proving to be invaluable. A good buy is the Braun BP 2510 blood pressure monitor. I don't have one myself, although my mother purchased one about two years ago from a mail order catalogue as she has suffered from high blood ...