Sam4877 Posted July 14, 2020 Report Share Posted July 14, 2020 Does anyone here have a difference of 10mmhg or greater blood pressure between both left and right arms? I consistently have a difference of 10mmhg or greater between the 2, my right arm is consistently lower than my left arm for both systolic and diastolic. I am freaking out because everywhere on the internet it says that it is a sign of a blocked artery and increases chance of mortality. Thanks in Advance! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
p8d Posted July 14, 2020 Report Share Posted July 14, 2020 I was told a difference is completely normal but I don’t recall the specific numbers. I believe it has something to do with distance from the heart. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toomanyproblems Posted July 14, 2020 Report Share Posted July 14, 2020 I had pretty significant differences once after a steroid injection in my spine. Not just once, but for several hours. It was scary but eventually the readings became closer. It was definitely outside of normal variation. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pistol Posted July 14, 2020 Report Share Posted July 14, 2020 @Sam4877 - my BP always differs AT LEAST 10 mmHg between right and left. I was told by my PCP as well as my cardiologist that it is nothing to worry about, and I am still alive!!!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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