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Blood pressure

Posted by bhallett39 @bhallett39, 4 hours ago

My systolic blood pressure readings are consistently high (140-165) accompanied by low diastolic- in the 40s. Should I take blood pressure medication?

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Lori, Volunteer Mentor | @loribmt | 1 hour ago

Hi @bhallett39 Welcome to Mayo Connect. Members aren’t able to diagnose conditions or offer medical advice. But from personal experience, having consistently high blood pressure readings above 120/80 is something to discuss with your doctor. They may do a little more investigating into the reason behind the elevated BP. Do you keep daily record of your readings? Have you mentioned this to your doctor?

With your discussion posted in the Blood Cancer & Disorders support group, were you diagnosed with a blood condition or just concerned for your blood pressure numbers?

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