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Can A Blood Pressure Of 142/89 In An Octogenarian Cause Heart Attack?
my mom is 86 years old and her blood pressure was 142/89 i believe. I remember the top number but not sure of the bottom number. She is on medication and has been for years and had a heart attack in April of 2012. wondering if i should be concerned about that number.
Sat, 29 Mar 2014
Hi,
This blood pressure is absolutely fine. Continue with her blood pressure meds.
Regards,
Dr K A Pottinger,
MBChB. FRCA.
This blood pressure is absolutely fine. Continue with her blood pressure meds.
Regards,
Dr K A Pottinger,
MBChB. FRCA.
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