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I am a 63 year old woman who has blood pressure readings for a week of 154/101. Am I during?

By Anonymous November 6, 2017 - 10:12pm
 
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Hello Anon

Thank you for writing. I don't know what "am I during" means but your blood pressure is high.

High blood pressure is abnormally high blood pressure with no known cause. Blood pressure measurements are read as two numbers:

Systolic pressure: higher number, normal reading is 120 millimeters of mercury (mmHg) or less
Diastolic pressure: lower number, normal reading is 80 mmHg or less
High blood pressure is defined as systolic pressure greater than 140 mmHg and/or diastolic pressure greater than 90 mmHg. You are considered prehypertensive if your systolic blood pressure is between 120-139 mmHg, or your diastolic pressure is between 80- 89 mmHg. Your doctor will recommend monitoring and lifestyle changes.

High blood pressure puts stress on the heart, lungs, brain, kidneys, and blood vessels. Over time, this condition can damage these organs and tissues.

Anon, you will need to follow a low-salt, very fresh diet. You need to exercise daily for at least 30 mins. If this does not work, you may need medication. Please talk to your doctor for advice.
Best,
Susan

November 7, 2017 - 4:48am
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