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Is BP Reading Dipping From 162/102 To 152/100 A Cause For Concern?

My 17 year old son just tried to get a physical done and at the first station his blood pressure was 162/102. They tried taking it again an hour later and that reading was 152/100. They suggested I take him to a doctor to follow up on this. Is this something that I need to do right now or try to schedule an appointment for tomorrow? Please advise. It is 4:13 pm in Hawaii.
Mon, 15 Jun 2015
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heis having border line hypertension. but his age is less. so secondary cause like kidney ailment has to be ruled out. renal function, hypertensive profile and and ECG is to be taken. give salt restricted diet and avoid deep fried things.
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Is BP Reading Dipping From 162/102 To 152/100 A Cause For Concern?

heis having border line hypertension. but his age is less. so secondary cause like kidney ailment has to be ruled out. renal function, hypertensive profile and and ECG is to be taken. give salt restricted diet and avoid deep fried things.