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Could Discomfort In Lower Back With BP Being 153/103 Be Concerning?
I am a 51 year old male weighing 185-190lb- I have been experience lower back mild discomfort (1 or 2 on 10 point scale) - at 7:30pm I stopped by the BP machine in the grocery store. The reading was 153/103 with my pulse 65. My salt intake has probably been higher due to pistachios - during the past few days, I've been drinking 3 beers in the evening. Does my BP warrant a trip to the emergency room or should I contact my GP in the morning? No family heart conditions and prior high blood pressure history.
Tue, 4 Aug 2015
increase salt intake can cause increase in BP.but if the BP remains high in all readings taken intermittently during the day, i.e. > 140/110 mm of Hg, you need to consult the doctor. you should stop consumption of beer too.
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