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Pain during blood pressure

Posted by floridalinda @floridalinda, Aug 2 8:22am

I’ve had PMR for two years, two major flares, on 10 mg prednisone going to five soon. I don’t have noticeable pain except when my blood pressure is taken. Yesterday at a long covid clinic the nurse put the smaller size cuff on my forearm and it worked great. Just a tip for the future if BP cuffs hurt you.

Linda

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jlo2252 | @jlo2252 | Aug 3 5:35am

I have had that same problem with taking my blood pressure. I have high blood pressure so the blood pressure cuff pumps up real tight on me. Then of course I tense up and my pressure goes up higher, lol. I usually try to relax and have them retake with me standing up.
But your suggestion sounds like a winner— I think I will suggest it next time!

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