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Does High BP Cause Right Leg And Hand To Not Function?
HI Sir, My grand mother is 74 years old; how ever she was quite active. From last 5 days her right leg and right hand is not functioning. We had carried out the Blood test. Doctor tole that BP level is 190/110 and due to this high BP it is so. Also doctor is saying that She may have a Heart Problem. So plese suggest unde this circumstance
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Hi There
I've read you query and I understand your concern
High BP is a proven cause of a stroke that can lead to weakness of one side of the body or leg or hand. At her age BP should be maintained under 150/90.
To evaluate heart problem get her ECG and a Echocardiography done. It's advisable for you to Personally consult a cardiologist and get her evaluated in a proper way.
Wish You Good Luck
I've read you query and I understand your concern
High BP is a proven cause of a stroke that can lead to weakness of one side of the body or leg or hand. At her age BP should be maintained under 150/90.
To evaluate heart problem get her ECG and a Echocardiography done. It's advisable for you to Personally consult a cardiologist and get her evaluated in a proper way.
Wish You Good Luck
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