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Hi Sue,
I realize this post was made some time ago, but a BP of 200 is not ok, especially with an aneurysm. First I will think to see if the BP machine is one you can trust, like a new model, batteries ok, etc. Then to see if it has specific directions (like hold arm at heart level) etc. If that’s correct, then some things can cause potential misreads, like shaking or tremors, talking during the measurement, and having an irregular heart rate like atrial fibrillation. Since machines are not perfect. I would suggest a cardiologist consult. There are a few things here that can be ruled out to give you peace of mind, or that may be co-existing with the TBI. Please consider a cardiac workup today, and if your well working meter reads BP 200, I would call 911 as this requires timely expert intervention.