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BP Ranges From 125 To 135. Is This Normal?

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Posted on Thu, 7 Nov 2013
Question: I am 65 years old and my bpood pressure ranges on average high 125 to135 low 65 to 68. is this ok?
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Answered by Dr. Anantharamakrishnan (31 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
OK

Detailed Answer:
Hi friend,
Welcome to Health Care Magic

It is OK

A reading of 130 is best for the upper figure (Systolic).
The range is 90 to 140.
140 itself is high normal and needs frequent follow up.

80 will be good for the lower figure (Diastolic).
The range is 60 to 90.


Take care     
Wishing all well
God bless
Good luck
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BP Ranges From 125 To 135. Is This Normal?

Brief Answer:
OK

Detailed Answer:
Hi friend,
Welcome to Health Care Magic

It is OK

A reading of 130 is best for the upper figure (Systolic).
The range is 90 to 140.
140 itself is high normal and needs frequent follow up.

80 will be good for the lower figure (Diastolic).
The range is 60 to 90.


Take care     
Wishing all well
God bless
Good luck