White Coat Syndrome: Is it Real?
Is White Coat Syndrome real? Yes! Let’s set the scene: You are at your appointment and the Medical Assistant calls you back. They take your vitals and your blood pressure comes back high. The first thought you may have is “Oh no! My readings at home are normally lower than this. Do I have high blood pressure now?” Not necessarily. This is a prime example of what White Coat Syndrome looks like! Let’s investigate this …