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Is A BP Reading Of 152/87 Considered High?
Question: I have a Bp reading of 152/87 is that high?
Brief Answer:
High at your age
Detailed Answer:
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Hi, I am Dr Anshul Varshney , I have read your query in detail , I understand your concern.
Yes, this BP reading would be considered high at age of 58 years when you are already suffering from diabetes and cardiac issues.
At your age, your target BP should be 130/80 mmHg with medications and maximum of 140/80 with without medications.
In such scenario, the best suited drug for you would be a diuretic.
You should be given a diuretic like Chlorthalidone for an optimal BP control.
Apart from medications, you would also require life style modifications, that includes exercise including brisk walking, low fat and low salt diet.
You should avoid alcohol consumption and smoking in case you do. You should also make sure that you remain with in your ideal body weight.
This is my personal opinion based on details available here. If you still have any other query, you may please ask me.
Stay Healthy.
Dr Anshul Varshney , MD
High at your age
Detailed Answer:
Welcome to Healthcaremagic.
Hi, I am Dr Anshul Varshney , I have read your query in detail , I understand your concern.
Yes, this BP reading would be considered high at age of 58 years when you are already suffering from diabetes and cardiac issues.
At your age, your target BP should be 130/80 mmHg with medications and maximum of 140/80 with without medications.
In such scenario, the best suited drug for you would be a diuretic.
You should be given a diuretic like Chlorthalidone for an optimal BP control.
Apart from medications, you would also require life style modifications, that includes exercise including brisk walking, low fat and low salt diet.
You should avoid alcohol consumption and smoking in case you do. You should also make sure that you remain with in your ideal body weight.
This is my personal opinion based on details available here. If you still have any other query, you may please ask me.
Stay Healthy.
Dr Anshul Varshney , MD
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