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What Does Blood Pressure Of 150/78 Indicate?

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Posted on Sat, 26 Apr 2014
Question: My Blood pressure 150/78, have a headache, and am nauseous! It is usually around 120/70. I am 52 years old. Should I be concerned?
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Answered by Dr. Dr. R.A. SINGH (1 hour later)
Brief Answer: you should get yourself investigated. Detailed Answer: Hi, Thanks for writing your query. Your systolic blood pressure of 150 is slightly increased. Headache and nausea can be due to it. I would advise that you should get yourself clinically examined and investigated. Avoid stress.Also follow salt restricted diet with less oil. Following investigations may be helpful :- 1. Complete Lipid profile. 2. Complete Thyroid profile. 3. Kidney Function Test ( KFT ). 4. ECG. 5. Urine examination. I hope this is helpful to you. If you have any further query, I will be happy to help. Regards. Thanks.
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What Does Blood Pressure Of 150/78 Indicate?

Brief Answer: you should get yourself investigated. Detailed Answer: Hi, Thanks for writing your query. Your systolic blood pressure of 150 is slightly increased. Headache and nausea can be due to it. I would advise that you should get yourself clinically examined and investigated. Avoid stress.Also follow salt restricted diet with less oil. Following investigations may be helpful :- 1. Complete Lipid profile. 2. Complete Thyroid profile. 3. Kidney Function Test ( KFT ). 4. ECG. 5. Urine examination. I hope this is helpful to you. If you have any further query, I will be happy to help. Regards. Thanks.