Did you ever get info back regarding your "spiked" blood pressure issue? Please note, blood pressure levels will increase and decrease from day to day depending on what you are doing and what is going on in your life. Example, if you are stressed, exercising - your reading may be higher for a while. The best way to monitor your BP is by trending the info you get over a period of time. Try taking you BP on a regular basis with the same cuff on the same arm. Its also important to find out what your "normal is". 120/80 is the "normal range" however, my brother who jogs 5 miles daily usually clocks in @ 98/70; so a consistent reading @120/80 with no other changes in his routines might show a increasing trend for him). Make sure to document what you were doing around the time you take your BP (eating, exercising, angry, crying, just woke up). Then take your log to your physician and talk out the results. They should be able to review your history and give you the best diagnosis!