Tanya16
12-04-2007, 07:15 AM
my blood pressure is 130/90
Is this good or bad.
And if so how can i improve on it?
Is this good or bad.
And if so how can i improve on it?
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violet312s
12-07-2007, 02:03 AM
The answer depends on your overall health, age, weight etc.
A consistent 130/90 means you need to monitor it and look to make lifestyle changes. You might want to consider increasing exercise or reducing sodium to keep it in check. You are basically borderline. You probably don't need meds today but given that BP rises as we age you might need it in the future.
Have a discussion with your doctor the next time you go in for a checkup to talk through the readings and what they mean and how to make sure you don't creep any higher.
A consistent 130/90 means you need to monitor it and look to make lifestyle changes. You might want to consider increasing exercise or reducing sodium to keep it in check. You are basically borderline. You probably don't need meds today but given that BP rises as we age you might need it in the future.
Have a discussion with your doctor the next time you go in for a checkup to talk through the readings and what they mean and how to make sure you don't creep any higher.