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Is A BP Of 137/92 Considered Good For Health?

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Posted on Fri, 13 Mar 2015
Question: 137/92 Blood Pressure is Good for health
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Answered by Dr. Ram Choudhary (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
dieting, low salt and exercises advisable

Detailed Answer:
Hi Abigvr,
Welcome to healthcare magic.
The proverbial range of BP is 120/80mmHg.
Your reading is high but not alarming high.
You should consult a local physician. You may need treatment if you are a diabetic also. Otherwise dietary and life style modifications may help you improve you BP.
I hope the advise will be helpful for you.
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Is A BP Of 137/92 Considered Good For Health?

Brief Answer: dieting, low salt and exercises advisable Detailed Answer: Hi Abigvr, Welcome to healthcare magic. The proverbial range of BP is 120/80mmHg. Your reading is high but not alarming high. You should consult a local physician. You may need treatment if you are a diabetic also. Otherwise dietary and life style modifications may help you improve you BP. I hope the advise will be helpful for you.