When I go to the doctor, I have a blood pressure reading of 150/90 with a pulse of 60.When I take my pressure here at home, I mostly stabilize between 130-140 and 80-85.The day before yesterday, I had a reading of 134/77 with a pulse of 58.I am taking Diovan 320mg and am 76 years old and in very good physical health.Should I be concerned about these BP differences between home and doctors office?
Hello, Welcome to ChatDoctorNothing to worry about the BP differences between home and doctor's office. This is an entity called White coat hypertension. Blood pressure readings will be 10-20 MMH more when you visit the doctors' clinic, because of increased anxiety levels when meeting a doctor. I would advise you to continue your medications and be relaxed. Hope I have cleared your doubts. Thank you.