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Is Having 182/106 Blood Pressure Reading A Sign Of Anxiety?

My blood pressure was 182 over 106 when it was taken at the gym. I am very anxious when having it taken. I took it repeatedly when I got home and over 20 mins it came down to 138 over 87. This morning it was 126 over 78. Do you think it is just anxiety or does it need treating?
Tue, 23 Feb 2016
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Hi Welcome to HEALTHCARE MAGIC..

I have gone through your query and can understand your concern...
No, 182/106mm Hg blood pressure is not a sign of anxiety in you. Blood pressure normally increases during physical activity or after it. There is nothing wrong with that. You must have done your workout before taking the reading of Blood pressure. Therefore your blood pressure come high at that point.
Resting blood pressure is more important & should be near to 120/80 mm Hg. Your Blood pressure reading of 139/87 after 20 minutes rest is normal. Also morning reading of 126/78 mm Hg is normal.

Don't worry you would be fine
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Is Having 182/106 Blood Pressure Reading A Sign Of Anxiety?

Hi Welcome to HEALTHCARE MAGIC.. I have gone through your query and can understand your concern... No, 182/106mm Hg blood pressure is not a sign of anxiety in you. Blood pressure normally increases during physical activity or after it. There is nothing wrong with that. You must have done your workout before taking the reading of Blood pressure. Therefore your blood pressure come high at that point. Resting blood pressure is more important & should be near to 120/80 mm Hg. Your Blood pressure reading of 139/87 after 20 minutes rest is normal. Also morning reading of 126/78 mm Hg is normal. Don t worry you would be fine Hope this information helps