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How Dangerous Could High BP In An Overweight Individual Be?
My brother has just been told he has blood pressure of 230/130 and has had retinal bleeds in his eyes, he is overweight and very very stressed, I'm worried he's a 'ticking time bomb' he has just been put on BP tablets but could anything happen to him before his BP comes down? How dangerous is this?
Fri, 14 Aug 2015
I have gone through your question and appreciate Your concern.
Obesity and hypertension is common problem.
If treated properly and measures to control weight taken complications can be avoided.
U should check his BP regularly.
Antihypertensive medication should be adjusted to control BP.
Dont skip the doses or stop medicines.
Regular exercise is important.
Lifestyle changes are important to control BP and obesity.
Thanks.
U can write me back for any query.
Obesity and hypertension is common problem.
If treated properly and measures to control weight taken complications can be avoided.
U should check his BP regularly.
Antihypertensive medication should be adjusted to control BP.
Dont skip the doses or stop medicines.
Regular exercise is important.
Lifestyle changes are important to control BP and obesity.
Thanks.
U can write me back for any query.
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