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Is Elevated BP Levels In A 64 Year Old A Cause For Concern?
Question: I'm male, age 64, bp typically runs in 140s. Today it was 149/86. Should I be on meds?
Brief Answer:
Considerations
Detailed Answer:
hello and thank you for sending the question.
Put pressure in the 140s would be regarded as mildly elevated. Typically in a situation where the blood pressure runs in the 140 to 150 range a doctor would likely recommend diet and lifestyle modifications including exercise, decreased daily intake of salt and good hydration.
If the blood pressure remains elevated in this range after a few months of lifestyle modification then your doctor might consider putting you want to low dose of medication.
Optimal blood pressure is in a rangeof 110 to 120 systolic. Many people require blood pressure medication to try to achieve this type of optimal goal.
I would suggest that you touch base with your primary care physician for a visit with consultation and examination. Some baseline blood test might be requested as well.
thank you again for sending your question. I don't think your blood pressure is in a dangerous range right now but it definitely is something you should discuss with your doctor for continued management.
Sincerely,
Dr. Galamaga
Considerations
Detailed Answer:
hello and thank you for sending the question.
Put pressure in the 140s would be regarded as mildly elevated. Typically in a situation where the blood pressure runs in the 140 to 150 range a doctor would likely recommend diet and lifestyle modifications including exercise, decreased daily intake of salt and good hydration.
If the blood pressure remains elevated in this range after a few months of lifestyle modification then your doctor might consider putting you want to low dose of medication.
Optimal blood pressure is in a rangeof 110 to 120 systolic. Many people require blood pressure medication to try to achieve this type of optimal goal.
I would suggest that you touch base with your primary care physician for a visit with consultation and examination. Some baseline blood test might be requested as well.
thank you again for sending your question. I don't think your blood pressure is in a dangerous range right now but it definitely is something you should discuss with your doctor for continued management.
Sincerely,
Dr. Galamaga
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