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Does My BP Level Need Immediate Medical Attention?

Hi I have recently started lyrica and my dose has increased to 100mg per day. Started suffering severe side effects headaches weakness upset stomach shortness of breath and came off targin. My blood pressure 3days ago was 147/110 now it is 168/108 should i go to emergency
Fri, 6 Sep 2019
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Hello,

Your blood pressure is higher than the normal range but it is not urgent. You may follow it up for a week and keep the values written (you will need to write the date and time of taking the measurement as well).

If the blood pressure continues to be higher than 140/90 for a week, you may need to see your doctor.
You should take with you the paper you recorded the measurements and the blood pressure machine (to make sure it was giving accurate values).

I hope this answers your query.
I remain at your disposal in case further medical assistance is needed.

Regards,
Dr. Antoneta Zotaj
General and Family Physician
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Does My BP Level Need Immediate Medical Attention?

Hello, Your blood pressure is higher than the normal range but it is not urgent. You may follow it up for a week and keep the values written (you will need to write the date and time of taking the measurement as well). If the blood pressure continues to be higher than 140/90 for a week, you may need to see your doctor. You should take with you the paper you recorded the measurements and the blood pressure machine (to make sure it was giving accurate values). I hope this answers your query. I remain at your disposal in case further medical assistance is needed. Regards, Dr. Antoneta Zotaj General and Family Physician