Blood Pressure / Hypertension thread.
]Hi All
I have a class 2 renewal due later this year and I have to admit to having some concerns over my blood pressure. It was all OK last time, but in the last 2 years I have suffered the loss of both my Grandparents, a change of job that has resulted in a rapid increase in responsibility (and the stress that goes with it). As I now drive a desk most of the day I have put on some weight (and I wasn't light to begin with) coupled with a noticeable decrease in my fitness levels, and cannot find the time for exercise at the moment either. In other words, I am doing everything that contributes to high BP including smoking as well. (I plan to give up after the medical)
With this in mind I am considering buying one of those machines from Boots for £25. Although I apprecaite that they aren't going to be as acurate as what a doctor uses, my question is, are they good enough?
Secondly what sort of readings are acceptable for passing the medical?
Thanks