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Is Blood Pressure Of 190/93 A Cause For Concern?

This afternoon after my door bell rang I jumped up out of bed with a lot of dizziness and now I have had a headache the rest of the day. I now also have. A few minutes ago I took my blood pressure and it is 190/93. I am on blood pressure meds that I fidn t take until mid afternoon. .... Any thoughts?
Fri, 30 Sep 2016
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Hi,

I have gone through your medical history carefully and understood your concerns.

You report to :
- have symptoms: dizziness, headaches the res of the day
- blood pressure measured 190/93
- personal history of hypertension on antihypertensive meds
- did not take meds until mid afternoon

The symptoms of dizziness and headaches are due to spikes in blood pressure (up to 190/93). As you have not taken the normal dose, your blood pressure has gone up. Once you'll take your meds, the bp will stabilize, and the symptoms will subside.

Until you get your medications, I advise to avoid salty foods, and eat raw garlic (3 or 5 cloves), or blend it and mix with a small cup of milk.

If still not improved, should go to ER.

Hope this helps.
Dr.Albana
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Is Blood Pressure Of 190/93 A Cause For Concern?

Hi, I have gone through your medical history carefully and understood your concerns. You report to : - have symptoms: dizziness, headaches the res of the day - blood pressure measured 190/93 - personal history of hypertension on antihypertensive meds - did not take meds until mid afternoon The symptoms of dizziness and headaches are due to spikes in blood pressure (up to 190/93). As you have not taken the normal dose, your blood pressure has gone up. Once you ll take your meds, the bp will stabilize, and the symptoms will subside. Until you get your medications, I advise to avoid salty foods, and eat raw garlic (3 or 5 cloves), or blend it and mix with a small cup of milk. If still not improved, should go to ER. Hope this helps. Dr.Albana