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What Causes Persistent High Blood Pressure?
my blood pressure has been a bit high this week 137/101, 130/89, 140/97 and so on. I take my pressure at least once a week and its been fine. Do I need to rush out to the doctor or keep track another week or two? I really do not want to go on meds again. Thank you.
Mon, 30 Apr 2018
Hello,
Measure your blood pressure with mercury thermometer for at least twice. Get it measured by a physician or general practitioner.
Antihypertensive medication can be prescribed if blood pressure remains persistently High above 140/90.
A low salt diet should be taken. Potassium salt can be used for cooking. Regular one-hour active exercise is beneficial.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Parth Goswami
Measure your blood pressure with mercury thermometer for at least twice. Get it measured by a physician or general practitioner.
Antihypertensive medication can be prescribed if blood pressure remains persistently High above 140/90.
A low salt diet should be taken. Potassium salt can be used for cooking. Regular one-hour active exercise is beneficial.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Parth Goswami
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