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How Can Elevated Blood Pressure Levels Be Treated?

I am a 68 yr old female in good health [usualy] Iwasnt feeling well and I took my blood pressure. my reading was158/83 so I drank a bit of water and took it again 10 min. later, it was 152/79. I also have a headache. I took 2 low dose aspirins . what more should I do? Should I be concerned
Tue, 17 Apr 2018
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Hello,

Your headache in this case is due to your blood pressure and it take to go away.

Some advice I can give in this case is:
-Do not take any coffee or tea when your blood pressure is high.
-Avoid taking Paracetamol or Ibuprofen drugs because they increase your blood pressure.
-You can take a glass of water with lemon as it may help

I think you should monitor frequently your blood pressure and then take an appointment with your doctor for regular treatment.

Try to lie down and relax and if your blood pressure increases. You should ask for help from your doctor to prescribe medication.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Elona Dashi
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How Can Elevated Blood Pressure Levels Be Treated?

Hello, Your headache in this case is due to your blood pressure and it take to go away. Some advice I can give in this case is: -Do not take any coffee or tea when your blood pressure is high. -Avoid taking Paracetamol or Ibuprofen drugs because they increase your blood pressure. -You can take a glass of water with lemon as it may help I think you should monitor frequently your blood pressure and then take an appointment with your doctor for regular treatment. Try to lie down and relax and if your blood pressure increases. You should ask for help from your doctor to prescribe medication. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Elona Dashi