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Why do I need to monitor my blood pressure at home?

High blood pressure is a major risk factor for heart failure, and high blood pressure can worsen existing heart failure. Many drugs used to treat heart failure are also used to treat high blood pressure, increasing the risk that your blood pressure may fall too low.

Your home blood pressure measurements can provide valuable information about your condition and your response to treatment. It can also help your provider fine tune your treatment strategy if necessary.