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Blood Pressure Monitor Pressure Rating Indicator, Part 2

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Your blood pressure is in the Stage 1 Hypertension range - The blood measurement you entered is considered Stage 1 Hypertension (high blood pressure). Please consult with your physician to further assess your blood pressure. Hypertension can be controlled by altering lifestyle and minimizing stress, and by appropriate medication prescribed and monitored by your doctor.

The blood measurement you entered is considered Stage 2 Hypertension (high blood pressure). Please consult with your physician to further assess your blood pressure. Hypertension can be controlled by altering lifestyle and minimizing stress, and by appropriate medication prescribed and monitored by your doctor.

NOTE: Due to other risk factors (e.g. diabetes, obesity, smoking, etc.) in addition to your blood pressure measurement, the Pressure Rating Indicator is approximate and may have variances. Please consult with your physician for interpretation of your blood pressure measurements.