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Anxiety & Blood pressure

2020-05-06 09:34:24
Can Anxiety increase blood pressure? what are the readings? My reading is usually 100/140, I have noticed when I feel less anxious my reading goes upto 85/120, Pls help I also have chest pains.
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U can go for ambulatory bp monitoring to diagnose hypertension and do some pranayam yoga

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You don't have bp 1 Try relaxing exercise Nothing to worry

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Hello, Yes anxiety can lead to high bp temporarily. If your bp is consistently high then you need to consult. Otherwise focus on anxiety management. Take care

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