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Having Sleeplessness. BP Reads 140/90. Should I See A Doctor?
Question: I have been having sleeplessness for the past 4 days. On getting a BP check done , the count has come to 140/90.
What do you advise going forward? Should I consult a physicial immediately or wait for the next 2 days to get a fresh reading. I do not have any history of BP in the past.
What do you advise going forward? Should I consult a physicial immediately or wait for the next 2 days to get a fresh reading. I do not have any history of BP in the past.
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B.P. Of 140/90 is called as pre hypertension range .
If you are previously not hypertensive and not using any medication, you need not worry.
But you have to check your B.P regularly alternate day at various timings for one week , if it shows any 2 readings of more than 140/90 you have to consult physician.
Mean while you should change the life style that is , avoid smoking, reduce salt intake, regular exercise, and stress management.
This methods are enough for prehypertension group, no need for medication.
thank you .
welcome to health care magic.
B.P. Of 140/90 is called as pre hypertension range .
If you are previously not hypertensive and not using any medication, you need not worry.
But you have to check your B.P regularly alternate day at various timings for one week , if it shows any 2 readings of more than 140/90 you have to consult physician.
Mean while you should change the life style that is , avoid smoking, reduce salt intake, regular exercise, and stress management.
This methods are enough for prehypertension group, no need for medication.
thank you .
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