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Fluctuating BP
I'm 46 years old fit and healthy man, Im diagnosed with Covid positive 3 weeks back. Since then my BP is raising above 140/90. Prior to that my BP was always in the range of 120/80- 135/85. I'm non diabetic and non hypertensive and regularly exercise but I'm asthmatic and doctor prescribed Maxflo 250 inhaler for dialy use for last 6 months. For last 2-3 days I checked my BP multiple times around 40 times a day using digital device. With 15 mins of rest in lying down position it shows readings between 125/85-135/85, but after slight walk also the reading turns to 140/90-145/95. Is this a temporary hike due to Covid or am I into Stage-1 hypertension. Can I reverse this without medication?
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Raised blood pressure in a previously non hypertensive individual following COVID infection is well documented after multiple studies.Apart from high BP , raised glucose levels is another finding.
There's no need to check your blood pressure frequently in a day.
Chart out your BP readings morning and evening for a few days.
BP reading is measured using upper arm digital bp apparatus taking average of 2 readings.
If it reads on frequently above 135/85 in an home bp reading apparatus,it's confirmed.
With lifestyle modification and food habits ,salt restrictions plus exercise for 30 minutes a day for 5 days in a week will definitely help to check your blood pressure.
Medicines are considered later
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Sir first of all don’t go for electronic devices for BP monitoring, as they are not accurate.
Secondly I will advice you to go for BP charting at least twice daily. If your BP goes beyond 140/90mmHg, than you have to go for some life style modification and diet control. It’s commonly noticed that post Covid some patients became hypertension or diabetic but I don’t think that you are one of those.
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No point checking BP 40 times a day
Fluctuations in bp is rule
With walk and work out BP will be high and it is acceptable
Check twice a week at different times of day and if most readings are more than 140/90 in resting condition you may need treatment,
Reduce oil sugar and salt in diet and regular excercise are great ways to reverse borderline high BP
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Hi, when it crosses 140 systolic, we consider it as hypertensive. We need BP charting and other detailed history to come to a diagnosis and help you with best treatment. Kindly connect for complete discussion regarding your case and further help related to your case.
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