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What Causes Elevated Blood Pressure Levels?
I’m a 22 yr old male. I recently went to the doctor for an annual physical. They took my blood pressure the first time it was 141/71. They said let me check it again before I left which was 5-10 minuets later. I was then 158/78. They said we want to see you in 8 weeks. Should I be concerned? Is 158/78 bad for my age?
Tue, 27 Feb 2018
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Your systolic blood pressure is high.
Normally systolic blood pressure is up to 130 can be considered normal.
If persistent high than change life style with intake of more green leafy vegetables and fruits.
Take low salt diet.
Regular one hour exercise like running, swimming, cycling beneficial
Take care.
If needed secondary causes of hypertension can be ruled out
Hope your concern solved
Your systolic blood pressure is high.
Normally systolic blood pressure is up to 130 can be considered normal.
If persistent high than change life style with intake of more green leafy vegetables and fruits.
Take low salt diet.
Regular one hour exercise like running, swimming, cycling beneficial
Take care.
If needed secondary causes of hypertension can be ruled out
Hope your concern solved
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