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Is High Systolic Reading A Cause Of Concern?

My blood pressure was taken today by local chemist: three readings (top number) 169 then 143 then 151. Said bottom number was ok. Should I be worried. (I had walked quickly to the chemist) Pharmacist said go back in one month, but I will probably visit my doctor next time.
Wed, 22 Mar 2017
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Yes you should worried and start lifestyle modifications and daily Excercise and dietary precautions. If not controlled start medications .
Reading of more then 140/90 is considered high and it is further categorise in pre-hypertension , moderate and severe .

Please take it seriously .
Best Regards

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Is High Systolic Reading A Cause Of Concern?

Yes you should worried and start lifestyle modifications and daily Excercise and dietary precautions. If not controlled start medications . Reading of more then 140/90 is considered high and it is further categorise in pre-hypertension , moderate and severe . Please take it seriously . Best Regards