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What Are The Dangers Involved In High Blood Pressure?
my husband's blood pressure has been high for atleast the last year. the last time he took it it was 150/107. he won't go to the doctor. we have 2 children. explain to him this is dangerous and he needs to be seen. what exactly are the dangers of it being so high?
Thu, 8 Jun 2017
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I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.
High blood pressure is a dangerous situation as it can lead to multiple organ damage as well as can also cause stroke which leads to paralysis and may be permanent deformity in the body.
So, adequate control of blood pressure is very important with the help of medications as well as healthy lifestyle modifications.
Kindly consult your doctor and start the medicines.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Bhanu Partap
I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.
High blood pressure is a dangerous situation as it can lead to multiple organ damage as well as can also cause stroke which leads to paralysis and may be permanent deformity in the body.
So, adequate control of blood pressure is very important with the help of medications as well as healthy lifestyle modifications.
Kindly consult your doctor and start the medicines.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Bhanu Partap
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