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What Causes Dizziness And Headache While Having High Blood Pressure?
My blood pressure today was 154/93 at rest. I ve felt a bit dizzy/lightheaded the last couple of days....monster headache today (feels like my head is going to explode) with nausea. I m 36, non smoker, but do carry extra weight. Should I be concerned?
Fri, 2 Jan 2015
Welcome to healthcaremagic,
Yes this is a cause of concern. Your Blood pressure is high. Normal blood pressure for adults is less than 140 over 90.Your headache and dizziness is because of high blood pressure. I recommend you to get your blood pressure checked for 3 consecutive days and if it remains high then you will need medication.
In order to control blood pressure follow the given below advice:
1. Regular exercise such as brisk walking for at least 30 minutes per day
2. Consume a diet rich in fruits, vegetables and low fat dairy products.
3. Reduce salt intake to less than 5 grams per day (1 teaspoon is approximately 5 grams)
4. Get your blood pressure checked at least once a month.
Hope that answers you question.
Regards, Dr.Imaad
Yes this is a cause of concern. Your Blood pressure is high. Normal blood pressure for adults is less than 140 over 90.Your headache and dizziness is because of high blood pressure. I recommend you to get your blood pressure checked for 3 consecutive days and if it remains high then you will need medication.
In order to control blood pressure follow the given below advice:
1. Regular exercise such as brisk walking for at least 30 minutes per day
2. Consume a diet rich in fruits, vegetables and low fat dairy products.
3. Reduce salt intake to less than 5 grams per day (1 teaspoon is approximately 5 grams)
4. Get your blood pressure checked at least once a month.
Hope that answers you question.
Regards, Dr.Imaad
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