The Fora D20 has a regular arm cuff attached to the device that measures either our BG or our BP. This gives...
[Humor] We're all familiar with -- or should be familiar with -- the standard lab tests to assess our diabetes control. You know, the... Read more »
There are two things I dread when I go to the doctor: stepping on the scale and having my blood pressure taken. My issue with the scale... Read more »
My recent review of the Duo-Care for testing both blood pressure and blood glucose got me thinking. I wasn’t thrilled with that... Read more »
Good question. This diagnosis of “office-related” high blood pressure is usually suggested when the blood pressure is elevated during... Read more »
For the past 3 or 4 years, my internist has done a C-reactive protein test on me. My most recent high-sensitivity CRP was 3.1, which she... Read more »
Simple but unconventional tests, such as blood pressure measurement taken at the ankle, could spot people with otherwise unsuspected heart risks, new... Read more »
Scientists say adding a diagnostic test that measures blood pressure in both the ankle and the arm may help doctors better predict a person's risk of... Read more »
Genetic testing can be used to determine your risk for many diseases, but experts say it may not help when it comes to determining your chance of... Read more »
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Blood pressure is a measurement of the force applied to the walls of the arteries as the heart pumps blood through the body. The pressure is... Read more »
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Hypotension; Low blood pressure Home Care Follow prescribed therapy. Bed rest and assistance with daily activities as needed until... Read more »