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BP 130/90. Had Mental Stress, Sleepless Nights Before Checking. Matter Of Concern?
My blood pressure is usually pretty good (120 over 80 or thereabouts). Today at a health screening, my blood pressure was 130 over 90. The nurse seemed really concerned. She actually took it 4 times which made me more nervous (and she was late). There was bad traffic (heavy rain) and I was annoyed someone cut in front of my at the screening (his appt was at 9 and mine at 8:30 and he jumped in at 8:28). I am an overweight , 53 year old female and go to the doctor every 3-6 months for blood work (had thyroid cancer and thyroid was removed 10 months ago). This is the first time I ve seen the bottom number so high. I haven t slept well the last couple of nights. Could it be due to this or should I make an appointment with my doctor soon? I saw my doctor in October and she said because I was losing weight, I could wait until March. I am NOT a diabetic. How concerned should I be??
Thu, 17 Jan 2013
Hi friend,
Welcome to Health Care Magic
The description goes well with situational anxiety.
90 is the upper limit for diastolic pressure / no treatment now / need to check again
Your GP could do it – when you are relaxed.
Relax – yoga, bio-feed back and so on could help
It is not an emergency and very likely not a cause for concern.
Have your pressure checked at home – there are a wide variety of appliances, available at the pharmacy / even in supermarkets.
Take care
Wishing speedy recovery
God bless
Good luck
Welcome to Health Care Magic
The description goes well with situational anxiety.
90 is the upper limit for diastolic pressure / no treatment now / need to check again
Your GP could do it – when you are relaxed.
Relax – yoga, bio-feed back and so on could help
It is not an emergency and very likely not a cause for concern.
Have your pressure checked at home – there are a wide variety of appliances, available at the pharmacy / even in supermarkets.
Take care
Wishing speedy recovery
God bless
Good luck
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