Hello Judy and welcome!
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However, to my question....most of the time husband gets a much lower reading when he takes it than when I do. (he gets 138/74; I get 170/90)
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It's admirable that you've been able to stay off the BP meds! It's always good to hear these success stories. We don't hear them often enough!
There can be a simple solution to your problem. If you take that route, it will cost you about 160 dollars.
Why not get an automatic/electronic blood pressure monitor, such as OMRON?
When buying mine at the pharmacy, I had two criteria.
1/ the most accurate
2/ the easiest to use
The pharmacist came back with an armload of BP monitors but there was only one that met my needs
without any doubt.
A lot depends on the accuracy of our BP readings, especially when the BP is not easily controlled. I have since had my BP monitor checked twice by the doctor (over a 6 month period) and it works with great accuracy. It is extremely easy to use and you will not need your husband's help with your frequent BP monitoring.
Good luck and keep up the good work!
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