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My father's age is 62 and today I checked his bp which is showing 180/100..I checked thrice.. what to do please help
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Is he a hypertensive?? Need much more detailed information
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Can help you with the next course of action and treatment plan. Would like to discuss in details and provide apt solution. Kindly consult.
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Dr. Vijay Mohan Gummala
General Physician
18 yrs exp
Bangalore
He needs to be started on antihypertensive after confirming high BP. If you are in remote place without acess to health centre can start on Amlodipine 2.5 mg ( Amlong) once a day and slowly titrate
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Dr. Kesanapalli Bhavya Sree
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Vijayawada
Is he hypertensive?? Requires consultation..
180/100 is high.. He requires treatment.
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