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Suggest Treatment For High Blood Pressure

Thank you. My BP has been high most of my life. My mother and two of my sisters have high blood pressure. However, I am concerned about mine. My blood pressure can go ad high as 150/160 and remain at 137/100. Is this normal or should I visit a cardiologist?
Thu, 22 Jan 2015
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Hello
Welcome here.
You have family history of hypertension.
BP 137/100 is not worrisome. But you have to be cautious when your bp increases to 150/160.

You must have some lifestyle modifications:

Regular and brisk morning walk for atleast 30 minutes
Restrict use of salt in your diet.
A regular bedtime routine.
Eat healthy including fruits and green vegetables.
Practice relaxation exercises like deep breathing and meditation.
Avoid fatty and oily food.

Keep a regular follow-up with your cardiologist.

Thanks.
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Suggest Treatment For High Blood Pressure

Hello Welcome here. You have family history of hypertension. BP 137/100 is not worrisome. But you have to be cautious when your bp increases to 150/160. You must have some lifestyle modifications: Regular and brisk morning walk for atleast 30 minutes Restrict use of salt in your diet. A regular bedtime routine. Eat healthy including fruits and green vegetables. Practice relaxation exercises like deep breathing and meditation. Avoid fatty and oily food. Keep a regular follow-up with your cardiologist. Thanks.