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2021-11-11 09:22:44
I have BP range 142/89. Do I start medication? Or changing lifestyle would lower it? I personally don't want to use medication. Please advice. Thanks in advance.
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If majority of your BP readings are above 140 then you need medicines. Lifestyle changes are must.

Answered2021-11-12 02:43:53

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Follow lifestyle changes like exercise and diet modification for 3 months . If it's not controlled go for tablets.

Answered2021-11-11 10:20:10

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