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My mother's BP came today 130/90. Is that high? Does she needs to take BP medicine? Please suggest accordingly
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Please check her BP four times a day for a few days. Then a decision regarding starting the treatment for Hypertension can be taken.
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No need for medication right now.
Regular BP monitoring morning and evening,
Salt restriction.
30min brisk walk.
Weight management.
Lipid profile , FBS, PPBS and ECG.
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Single BP reading cannot be used to start medication.
It is advised to do BP charting twice a day morning and evening for 3 consecutive days and then consult a doctor for the same.
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A blood pressure reading of 130/80 mmHg may require medication, but it depends on individual factors and your doctor's recommendation, with lifestyle changes often being the first step in management.
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Remember, it's essential to consult with your doctor to determine the best course of action for your specific situation.
Health Tips
1. Increasing physical activity
2. Eating a balanced diet (e.g., more fruits, vegetables, whole grains)
3. Reducing sodium intake
4. Losing weight (if necessary)
5. Managing stress
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Dr. Sachin Bhiwaji Sanap
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7 yrs exp
Hingoli
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Dr. Vinod Kumar Verma
General Physician
9 yrs exp
Gurgaon
According to your query and sign and know about the disease and cause and it's best Treatment as you have mentioned as above .
Please take consultation for better evaluation and best Treatment as it need complete history of patient as personal and family history.
Please follow any medicine or advise after consultation only from a good doctor.
Please follow good life style as
• take plenty of fluid and
• take less spicy and fatty foods and
• take home made food only and
do exercise regularly with yoga and meditation and
please keep positive attitude to fight any disease and any problem of your life
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Dr. Anubha Singh
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4 yrs exp
Jhansi
If you require assistance or have any health concerns, feel free to reach out for a consultation. Your well-being is my priority, and i'm here to support you on your health journey.
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Dr. Richa Agarwal
General Physician
23 yrs exp
Hyderabad
130/90 is not very high B.P for your mother's age,monitor B.P twice daily for 5 days,if rising trend then consult a physician.Dietary and lifestyle modifications should be followed
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Dr. Anuj Mothsra
General Physician
6 yrs exp
Jhunjhunu
Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management
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Dr. Manoj Kumar
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9 yrs exp
Dehradun
Need few more details
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Dr. Zaheer Ahmad
General Physician
9 yrs exp
Bareilly
It's almost normal. If it increases more than consultation required.
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Dr. Vikram Pratap
General Physician
12 yrs exp
New Delhi
You should visit a physician for proper blood pressure check up, evaluation and medication
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Dr. Sanghpriya Gautam
General Physician
6 yrs exp
Delhi
Connect please
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Dr. Ravi Kumar Nadella
General Physician
18 yrs exp
Hyderabad
No need of meds
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Dr. Aditya Prasad Padhy
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12 yrs exp
Bhubaneswar
Connect please
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