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Are High Blood Pressure And Low Sodium Problems Serious For An 84-year-old Woman?
My mom is 84, her doctor told her she was not concerned if her BP was 160/82. We have been checking it at home and got a reading 158/92. Is this bad? Mom also has low sodium. Last check was 121. Is she in more danger with both high blood pressure and low sodium? I know the low sodium is a serious health issue.
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Thu, 9 Mar 2017
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Hello,
The high blood pressure is somewhat of a concern but not an emergency. The low sodium is more serious. The cause for this needs to be found and corrected as soon as possible.
Regards
The high blood pressure is somewhat of a concern but not an emergency. The low sodium is more serious. The cause for this needs to be found and corrected as soon as possible.
Regards
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