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Is Blood Pressure Reading Of 149/109, A Matter Of Concern?

I just went into our local walkin clinic just to get a referal to see a dermatologist about my psoriasis. While there, they took my bp and it was 149/109. The dr acted like this is an urgent concern and i have to call and make an appointment tomorrow. I am only 32 and i would say I am overweight at 170lbs and am 5 foot 3 inches. Do i need to be as concerned as they were making it appear?
Thu, 14 Nov 2019
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Hello,

* The isolated rise in blood pressure is of no clinical significance, but it is the sequential measures of high readings over a period of 3 days with the same instrument, the same technique of BP measurement matters.

* At present, opt for relaxation and YOGA to calm your brain and control the possibly raised BP and be in regular follow up with your doc for further guidelines and management aspects.

* Ideally, salt should be restricted in the diet for a particular period of time approach.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Take care

Regards,
Dr Bhagyesh V. Patel, General Surgeon
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Is Blood Pressure Reading Of 149/109, A Matter Of Concern?

Hello, * The isolated rise in blood pressure is of no clinical significance, but it is the sequential measures of high readings over a period of 3 days with the same instrument, the same technique of BP measurement matters. * At present, opt for relaxation and YOGA to calm your brain and control the possibly raised BP and be in regular follow up with your doc for further guidelines and management aspects. * Ideally, salt should be restricted in the diet for a particular period of time approach. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Bhagyesh V. Patel, General Surgeon