Is Increased Blood Pressure For A 7 Year Old Something To Worry ?

Hello... I have a 7 year old daughter who went to her Pediatrician the other day and he stated that her blood pressure is rather high for a 52 pound female. I purchased a home blood pressure monitor and have been checking her several times a day. Her average is around 113/70. Sometimes when she is at rest it can be around 99/74. But when she is active during the day, it can be as high as 124/40. He is worried that this may be a sign of a kidney problem and I have set up an appointment with a specialist near the end of this month. If I read some of the publications, these numbers are not so far out of line. But, other government agencies have these numbers in the danger zone. She is in the 50% percentile of height, and since she is adopted, I don t have any family history. Are these blood pressure readings a reason for concern? What is the best source for blood pressure charts for children. Thank you, Jack