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Could Sunburn On Upper Body Elevate BP?
i had my blood pressure taken today at gym at 6 pm - it was higher than normal pre exercise and resting - which perplexed me this evening when taking my shirt off there was sunburn on my upper body from this morning in my garden - would this impact my blood pressure
Tue, 28 Jul 2020
Hi,
Sunburn is unlikely to cause high BP. Kindly get it rechecked for 2 more consecutive days. If consistently elevated, we need to evaluate and treat accordingly. If repeat readings are normal, we need not worry now, and continue regular monitoring.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Muhammed Aslam T. K., Pediatrician
Sunburn is unlikely to cause high BP. Kindly get it rechecked for 2 more consecutive days. If consistently elevated, we need to evaluate and treat accordingly. If repeat readings are normal, we need not worry now, and continue regular monitoring.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Muhammed Aslam T. K., Pediatrician
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