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In addition to these factors you should talk with your physician
to see what may be affecting you.
How Do I Know I Have High Blood Pressure?
It’s nearly impossible to know if your blood pressure is elevated
without having it checked. People have the common
misconception that one can “feel” their blood pressure rise.
It is because of this mystery that hypertension has been
named “the silent killer.” Don’t let it sneak up on you! Start
monitoring your blood pressure every day with your new
Walgreens monitor.
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What Is Considered Normal Blood Pressure?
The well-respected World Health Organization (WHO) has set
forth the following guidelines regarding high (commonly
referred to as hypertension), low and borderline blood
pressure.
Commonly Asked Questions
Why Does My Blood Pressure Fluctuate?
Because blood pressure changes with every beat of the heart it is
in constant fluctuation throughout any given day. In addition to
these natural changes there are other factors that may affect
blood pressure such as:
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