Is A Blood Pressure 193 Over 88 A Cause Of Concern?
Question: blood pressure 193 over 88 - good, bad or indifferent?
Brief Answer:
This is a bad thing...
Detailed Answer:
HiXXXXX!
BP readings are to high and treatment (including diet&lifestyle change and medications) should be started immediately.
Untreated hypertension is a major risk factor for cardiovascular events (heart attack and stroke), renal disease.
Hope this was of help!
Dr. Benard
This is a bad thing...
Detailed Answer:
HiXXXXX!
BP readings are to high and treatment (including diet&lifestyle change and medications) should be started immediately.
Untreated hypertension is a major risk factor for cardiovascular events (heart attack and stroke), renal disease.
Hope this was of help!
Dr. Benard
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Dr. Vinay Bhardwaj