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Heart disease
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High blood pressure
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Female Under 60
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Interview 01
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Describes how she discovered she had hypertension.
Discovered following a HRT check.
Heart disease
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High blood pressure
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Female Under 60
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Interview 14
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Describes how taking tablets can help but can make a person lazy.
Discovered following GP check up for pains in arms.
Heart disease
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High blood pressure
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Female Over 60
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Interview 05
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Describes her experiences of home monitoring systems.
Discovered following pregnancy.
Heart disease
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High blood pressure
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Female Under 60
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Interview 14
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Considers the pros and cons of a self-monitor.
Discovered following GP check up for pains in arms.
Heart disease
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High blood pressure
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Female Under 60
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Interview 12
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Explains how her pressure fluctuates and considers the benefits of self-monitoring.
Discovered following cervical screen and blood pressure monitor.
Heart disease
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High blood pressure
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Male Over 60
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Interview 15
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Describes how a 24 hour monitor revealed circumstances when his blood pressure rose and fell.
Discovered after taking blood pressure at an exhibition.
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