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Post by jeremysgirl on Jan 11, 2024 15:00:21 GMT
Jeremy used to be an EMT so he has a real cuff/stethoscope and can take my pressure when he is home. However, I need something that can take my pressure when I am by myself. I'm losing weight and changing my diet. I take blood pressure medicine, but I have been having a lot of dizziness in the mornings when he is not here. For a while now, I've been thinking it is a side effect of a psychiatric med. But now I'm not so sure and just want to make sure that my blood pressure is not too low.
Thanks for recommending something for me.
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Post by **GypsyGirl** on Jan 11, 2024 15:26:29 GMT
Jeremy used to be an EMT so he has a real cuff/stethoscope and can take my pressure when he is home. However, I need something that can take my pressure when I am by myself. I'm losing weight and changing my diet. I take blood pressure medicine, but I have been having a lot of dizziness in the mornings when he is not here. For a while now, I've been thinking it is a side effect of a psychiatric med. But now I'm not so sure and just want to make sure that my blood pressure is not too low. Thanks for recommending something for me. We have this Omron blood pressure monitor. It's a good idea to keep an eye on your blood pressure if you are taking bp meeds and losing weight. A year ago I went through the same thing and ended up with 3 med adjustments over a few months. In addition to dizziness I experienced extreme fatigue at one point.
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Post by jeremysgirl on Jan 11, 2024 15:30:00 GMT
Jeremy used to be an EMT so he has a real cuff/stethoscope and can take my pressure when he is home. However, I need something that can take my pressure when I am by myself. I'm losing weight and changing my diet. I take blood pressure medicine, but I have been having a lot of dizziness in the mornings when he is not here. For a while now, I've been thinking it is a side effect of a psychiatric med. But now I'm not so sure and just want to make sure that my blood pressure is not too low. Thanks for recommending something for me. We have this Omron blood pressure monitor. It's a good idea to keep an eye on your blood pressure if you are taking bp meeds and losing weight. A year ago I went through the same thing and ended up with 3 med adjustments over a few months. In addition to dizziness I experienced extreme fatigue at one point. Thank you. And it looks like I can even pay with my FSA. |
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Post by revirdsuba99 on Jan 11, 2024 16:51:02 GMT
Jeremy used to be an EMT so he has a real cuff/stethoscope and can take my pressure when he is home. However, I need something that can take my pressure when I am by myself. I'm losing weight and changing my diet. I take blood pressure medicine, but I have been having a lot of dizziness in the mornings when he is not here. For a while now, I've been thinking it is a side effect of a psychiatric med. But now I'm not so sure and just want to make sure that my blood pressure is not too low. Thanks for recommending something for me. We have this Omron blood pressure monitor. It's a good idea to keep an eye on your blood pressure if you are taking bp meeds and losing weight. A year ago I went through the same thing and ended up with 3 med adjustments over a few months. In addition to dizziness I experienced extreme fatigue at one point. That's the one my DR suggested I buy. Like that is stores results. |
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Post by scrapmaven on Jan 11, 2024 16:52:53 GMT
Omron has very reliable bp machines. You can order from Amazon. That's what I've been using for many years.
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Post by librarylady on Jan 11, 2024 17:00:31 GMT
Another vote for Omron
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Post by originalvanillabean on Jan 11, 2024 17:04:12 GMT
I use a Comfier but the reviews on Omron are stellar and if purchasing new, would go that route.
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Post by dewryce on Jan 11, 2024 17:11:29 GMT
My cardiologist also suggested an Omron, was pretty specific about which one but it’s been so long his recommendation is way out of date. Whichever one you chose, take with you next time you go to the doctor and compare it against their readings to make sure it’s accurate. And then take periodically to make sure it’s still working well. I think he was comfortable with a variance +/- of 5 on top and bottom. I bet it’s the losing weight, hope you’re not out of sorts for long!
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Post by Zee on Jan 11, 2024 17:28:51 GMT
Omron
And test it first thing in the morning if that's when you're dizzy. Get a lying, sitting, and standing reading to check for orthostatic hypotension.
Keep a little log of pressures at the same time daily, and when you feel dizzy or "off". Throw on some evening or nighttime readings too. If you see a pattern emerge, that will help with any med changes you might need.
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Post by jeremysgirl on Jan 11, 2024 17:35:31 GMT
Omron And test it first thing in the morning if that's when you're dizzy. Get a lying, sitting, and standing reading to check for orthostatic hypotension. Keep a little log of pressures at the same time daily, and when you feel dizzy or "off". Throw on some evening or nighttime readings too. If you see a pattern emerge, that will help with any med changes you might need. Thank you for this information. I admit I haven't been reliably taking them. I went to Riteaid just now for a Covid vaccine and they had all the Omron machines on sale. So I picked one up there.  |
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Post by librarylady on Jan 11, 2024 18:06:09 GMT
I am in a blood pressure study.
Part of my payment for participating was an Omron that has Bluetooth and records my readings on an app. People in charge of the study can access the app and know my readings. I have been very surprised at how sensitive the readings are to my emotions.
If I get upset about the smallest thing, it affects my pressure.
After breakfast is my lowest readings of the day. I forgot to get a reading before I walked on the treadmill--'took it a little after the 1 mile on the treadmill and my numbers all dropped. Top number was 20 points lower than yesterday.
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Post by Patter on Jan 11, 2024 18:08:17 GMT
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Post by TXMary on Jan 11, 2024 18:12:26 GMT
We have an Omron. My doctor told me to bring my machine in next time I came but then asked me what kind I had. When I said Omron, she said I didn't need to bring it in. She trusted it.
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Post by scrappert on Jan 11, 2024 18:36:53 GMT
I have an Omron too!
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Post by crazy4scraps on Jan 11, 2024 19:39:25 GMT
Another Omron user here, DH uses it to monitor his BP and it works great.
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Post by calgaryscrapper on Jan 11, 2024 19:39:28 GMT
We have Omron and it was purchased years ago at Costco. It was suggested to me to sit on a chair at the kitchen table with my feet flat on the floor for five minutes then take my blood pressure.
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Post by katiekaty on Jan 11, 2024 20:51:47 GMT
Use an upper arm blood pressure cuff such as the above suggested ones. The Omron brand is a good brand. Wrist cuffs are not reliable as users do not not uses them properly or place them on wrists properly. They are just too fi”fiddle”. The upper arm place is best .
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Post by flanz on Jan 11, 2024 20:56:28 GMT
Jeremy used to be an EMT so he has a real cuff/stethoscope and can take my pressure when he is home. However, I need something that can take my pressure when I am by myself. I'm losing weight and changing my diet. I take blood pressure medicine, but I have been having a lot of dizziness in the mornings when he is not here. For a while now, I've been thinking it is a side effect of a psychiatric med. But now I'm not so sure and just want to make sure that my blood pressure is not too low. Thanks for recommending something for me. We have this Omron blood pressure monitor. It's a good idea to keep an eye on your blood pressure if you are taking bp meeds and losing weight. A year ago I went through the same thing and ended up with 3 med adjustments over a few months. In addition to dizziness I experienced extreme fatigue at one point. We have this one as well. Don't use it regularly but it seems to work well when we do. Good idea to keep track. ((( hugs ))) |
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Post by Zee on Jan 11, 2024 21:06:02 GMT
Use an upper arm blood pressure cuff such as the above suggested ones. The Omron brand is a good brand. Wrist cuffs are not reliable as users do not not uses them properly or place them on wrists properly. They are just too fi”fiddle”. The upper arm place is best . This is true unless you have a lot of loose skin or excess arm fat, in which case it's better to use the wrist cuff. |
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Post by katiekaty on Jan 11, 2024 21:18:20 GMT
Use an upper arm blood pressure cuff such as the above suggested ones. The Omron brand is a good brand. Wrist cuffs are not reliable as users do not not uses them properly or place them on wrists properly. They are just too fi”fiddle”. The upper arm place is best . This is true unless you have a lot of loose skin or excess arm fat, in which case it's better to use the wrist cuff. You can buy an automatic cuff machine with a larger cuff size, you just have to look for one. As a nurse, we never trust readings on wrist cuffs. But if they work for you, that’s great! |
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Post by cadoodlebug on Jan 11, 2024 21:55:31 GMT
I have the Omron Series 10 Upper Arm monitor and I LOVE it! When my PCP emails me that it is time to check my BP, I keep a log for a week. AM & PM. I do it first thing when I get up. In my dark craft room with soft Jazz playing. At night, I do it the same way right before I go to bed after reading for an hour.
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Post by don on Jan 11, 2024 22:17:47 GMT
The VA gave me an A&D monitor.
Today I was going to take my walk around the 'hood because the sun was shining, by the time I put my coat on it was raining. I did my 100 walk route around the inside of the house 10 times, takes me 12 minutes as I do some stretches every 3 or 4 laps.
After I was done, my BP was 154/72 77. Probably should have waited a little more before I used the monitor.
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Post by librarylady on Jan 11, 2024 22:35:51 GMT
The VA gave me an A&D monitor. Today I was going to take my walk around the 'hood because the sun was shining, by the time I put my coat on it was raining. I did my 100 walk route around the inside of the house 10 times, takes me 12 minutes as I do some stretches every 3 or 4 laps. After I was done, my BP was 154/72 77. Probably should have waited a little more before I used the monitor. After an hour, take it and see if it went down after your walk and exercise. |
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Post by Gem Girl on Jan 11, 2024 22:37:27 GMT
@**Gypsygirl** Patter Thanks for the links, ladies. I haven't been able to figure out how one gets the cuff tight if using alone & trying to tighten with 1 hand (I have very skinny arms). Any suggestions would be appreciated. |
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Post by librarylady on Jan 11, 2024 22:42:32 GMT
@**Gypsygirl** Patter Thanks for the links, ladies. I haven't been able to figure out how one gets the cuff tight if using alone & trying to tighten with 1 hand (I have very skinny arms). Any suggestions would be appreciated. Over time I have become pretty skilled at wrapping my arm. It takes time, but can be done. |
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Post by Patter on Jan 11, 2024 22:52:35 GMT
@**Gypsygirl** Patter Thanks for the links, ladies. I haven't been able to figure out how one gets the cuff tight if using alone & trying to tighten with 1 hand (I have very skinny arms). Any suggestions would be appreciated. You are welcome.  I have gotten good at putting it on myself, but also I believe Omron sells a small cuff you can buy. Maybe give them a call. |
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Post by Zee on Jan 11, 2024 23:13:52 GMT
This is true unless you have a lot of loose skin or excess arm fat, in which case it's better to use the wrist cuff. You can buy an automatic cuff machine with a larger cuff size, you just have to look for one. As a nurse, we never trust readings on wrist cuffs. But if they work for you, that’s great! I am a nurse and have plenty of experience with large cuffs and large arms and getting different readings. I work on a cardiac floor. We usually use the forearm when the upper arm isn't working, but the wrist is acceptable for at home when the upper arm doesn't work. Usually that's the case for women with lots of excess skin and/or fat. I agree it's good to bring it in to see how it matches up with the readings in the office. |
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Post by revirdsuba99 on Jan 12, 2024 2:16:22 GMT
@**Gypsygirl** Patter Thanks for the links, ladies. I haven't been able to figure out how one gets the cuff tight if using alone & trying to tighten with 1 hand (I have very skinny arms). Any suggestions would be appreciated. As the machine starts up, the cuff automatically tightens. At least mine does. |
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Post by dewryce on Jan 12, 2024 2:51:16 GMT
Use an upper arm blood pressure cuff such as the above suggested ones. The Omron brand is a good brand. Wrist cuffs are not reliable as users do not not uses them properly or place them on wrists properly. They are just too fi”fiddle”. The upper arm place is best . This is true unless you have a lot of loose skin or excess arm fat, in which case it's better to use the wrist cuff. Great news because that’s my biggest fibro pain spot and I was in tears when I have readings using my upper arm. And it’s not like they got a great reading due to the stress and pain! Most nurses are happy to cuff my lower arm. And if they’re not, ah well, here’s my latest readings from home and last doctor’s appointment if I can remember. |
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Post by lucyg on Jan 12, 2024 4:29:41 GMT
I too have an Omron and it works fine. Doesn’t always want to sync with the app on my phone, but then the next time it catches up. As the others said, do keep an eye on your BP at home if you’re taking meds. Mine has always been low, but it shot up during chemotherapy and they ended up putting me on 10mg of Lisinopril. It still didn’t come down, so they upped the dose to 20mg. Right after that, I stopped checking because my mom went in the hospital plus all the other December chaos. Then all of a sudden I started getting lightheaded, including one super scary time when I was driving. Turned out my BP was dangerously low (duhhh). So now I’m back on 10mg and keeping a better eye on it.  |
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I have gotten good at putting it on myself, but also I believe Omron sells a small cuff you can buy. Maybe give them a call.
