Do I need to monitor blood pressure regularly?

Question

Someone I know suggested I buy a blood pressure monitor and use it regularly. Is it necessary? Do I need to invest in it? Does anyone else have experience in this and thinks it's a good idea? It seems like overkill to me, but trying to get a feel for what others think! Thanks!

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Yes my dr told me to keep a log. If its abnormally high i take it in my other arm or wait awhile. If I was very concerned I would call the dr, and if it was dangerous high I would go Er.  Usually it goes down if I wait 15-20 min.

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I wouldn't really unless you feel funny often or told you have high blood pressure 
I guess it's good to have around just in case but I don't think it's a must have

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No you don't have to, I gestational blood pressure and I don't have to monitor my blood pressure. Unless your doctor tells you too I wouldn't worry about it.

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I check mine every night. I have high blood pressure so I keep a log for my dr in between appointments. I think it's important to have an idea of what it is (especially when pregnant) but don't obsess over it.

Do I need to monitor blood pressure regularly?

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