What Causes My Blood Pressure To Fluctuate From High To Low While Averaging At 143/80?
I would recommend as follows:
Detailed Answer:
Hello!
Welcome and thank you for asking on HCM!
Regarding your concern, I would explain that your blood pressure values are slightly above the normal ranges, indicating stage I arterial hypertension, especially based on your average values.
Coming to this point, I would first recommend performing some tests to investigate for secondary causes of hypertension:
- a resting ECG and cardiac ultrasound
- a chest X ray study
- complete blood count
- blood electrolytes
- thyroid hormone levels
- kidney and liver function tests
- fasting glucose
- blood lipid profile
- PCR, ESR.
I would also recommend trying some natural ways to reduce your blood pressure, before deciding to start any medication:
- reduce maximally salt and caffeine intake
- perform a lot of physical activity (walking, running, Yoga, aerobics, recreational sports, etc.)
- try to lose some pounds if you are overweight
- avoid alcohol and smoking contacts.
If after following the above tips, your blood pressure values still remain high, I would recommend discussing with your doctor on the possibility of starting anti-hypertensive therapy (ARB, a calcium channel blocker, etc.).
Hope you will find this answer helpful!
Kind regards,
Dr. Iliri