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Prehypertension
My age is 43. My BP is 130/90 in sitting position and 130/85 in lying position. Is it normal?
Please suggest.
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Dr. R. K. Porwal
General Physician
38 yrs exp
Lucknow
Quite normal Bp.salt restrictions ,wt reduction if overweight and dynamic exercise to be done.
Next Steps
avoid stress.bp check up weekly.
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Dr. Surya Aggarwal
General Physician
16 yrs exp
Delhi
It is prehypertension sir.
Well u don't need meds for it as of now
Life style change is a must
Low salt intake,
Avoid sugars completely
Reduce cooked fat intake, take more of raw fats
Regular 30-40 min cardio exercise like brisk walk
Avoid Stress completely
Timely sleep
Next Steps
regular weekly BP charting
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Dr. Anusha
General Physician
22 yrs exp
Chennai
Yes. Appropriate for your age and gender
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