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Is Blood Pressure Of 161/80 A Cause For Concern?
Question: Just had my blood pressure done. It was 161 over 80. It has never been that high before.
Should I be concerned?
Should I be concerned?
Brief Answer:
I would recommend as follows:
Detailed Answer:
Hello!
Thank you for asking on HCM!
I understand your concern and would explain that an isolated high blood pressure value is not indicative of uncontrolled blood pressure.
It could be related to physical activity or emotional stress ( anxiety), which activate the sympathetic nervous system, causing an increase of circulating adrenaline and noradrenaline.
Coming to this point, I would recommend you to closely monitor your blood pressure values frequently during the day in the next week ( in sitting position after 10 minutes of total relax) and write them down.
If your blood pressure values are above 140/90 mm Hg most of the time, it could be indicative of high blood pressure.
In such case, you should consult with your doctor for a physical exam and some blood lab tests to exclude secondary causes of high blood pressure.
Meanwhile I recommend you to take some rest and take some deep breaths. Avoiding physical activity will help your blood pressure lower.
I would also advice some tips to help maintain a normal blood pressure value naturally:
- avoid caffeine and salt intake
- be active ( walking, aerobics, yoga, recreational sports, et.)
- loose some pounds if you are overweight.
Hope to have been helpful!
Feel free to ask me again whenever you need!
Kind regards,
Dr. Iliri
I would recommend as follows:
Detailed Answer:
Hello!
Thank you for asking on HCM!
I understand your concern and would explain that an isolated high blood pressure value is not indicative of uncontrolled blood pressure.
It could be related to physical activity or emotional stress ( anxiety), which activate the sympathetic nervous system, causing an increase of circulating adrenaline and noradrenaline.
Coming to this point, I would recommend you to closely monitor your blood pressure values frequently during the day in the next week ( in sitting position after 10 minutes of total relax) and write them down.
If your blood pressure values are above 140/90 mm Hg most of the time, it could be indicative of high blood pressure.
In such case, you should consult with your doctor for a physical exam and some blood lab tests to exclude secondary causes of high blood pressure.
Meanwhile I recommend you to take some rest and take some deep breaths. Avoiding physical activity will help your blood pressure lower.
I would also advice some tips to help maintain a normal blood pressure value naturally:
- avoid caffeine and salt intake
- be active ( walking, aerobics, yoga, recreational sports, et.)
- loose some pounds if you are overweight.
Hope to have been helpful!
Feel free to ask me again whenever you need!
Kind regards,
Dr. Iliri
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