Scout Posted October 4, 2019 Report Share Posted October 4, 2019 This sounds a bit bizarre, but, I've noticed my BP drops a lot when I raise my left arm. I now use this tactic whenever I am having a "surge", with high BP, and my BP drops instantly (though I definitely look a bit silly having one arm raised!) I can't seem to see anything online talking about whether this is "normal" or not. I imagine it has to do with the blood from your arm rushing down and making it easier for your heart to pump... or something along those lines. Anyway, I wondered if folks on here have had the same experience, or, if you're comfortable with checking if your BP does that too when you raise your arm. I don't know if this is a common thing. Running a little experiment, I suppose! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pistol Posted October 4, 2019 Report Share Posted October 4, 2019 @Scout I wonder if this has something to do with the fact that many of us faint or get lightheaded when we raise our arms above our heads? I get faint when I shampoo my hair or hang laundry on the line. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GinnyIckle Posted October 11, 2019 Report Share Posted October 11, 2019 There's a name for it, but I have PoTS for brains today, so I'm drawing a blank. It's definitely not just you! Something to do with the body overreacting to an influx to the core of that blood draining out of the arms. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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