When I had a blood test done, I had a value of systolic of 145, but the value of diastolic was optimal. What should I do to lower the systolic value? is it really risky to stay high as this even though the disastolic is normal?
2006-08-27 14:28:35 · 7 answers · asked by Smith P 2 in Health ➔ Men's Health
I am 23 years old. I weigh 190 pounds. I took the test in the gym, there is an automated machine, which is supposed to be very accurate, there. Just let you know that some of my friends took the test and the results were normal, I took the test several times and the results were approximately the same.
2006-08-27 19:30:04 · update #1
I am 23 years old. I weigh 190 pounds. I took the test in the gym, there is an automated machine, which is supposed to be very accurate, there. Just let you know that some of my friends took the test and the results were normal, I took the test several times on several days but the results were approximately the same
2006-08-27 19:31:20 · update #2
How old are you, what are your baseline vitals? What is your health history and are you on any meds. that may be affecting your b/p? What do you weigh? What's your family history?
Exercise and a healthy diet are excellent ways to lower your blood pressure, but you should always check with a doctor before beginning and exercise regime.
2006-08-27 14:34:20 · answer #1 · answered by calliew 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I bet if you waited about five minutes, the systolic would come down also. The systolic goes up with exercise and nervousness. Were you in the doctor's office when you had your BP taken? There is a thing called White Coat Syndrome. People with normal blood pressures have them go thru the roof in the doctor's office. I am just saying that may be the case. Be sure to have a recheck soon.
2006-08-27 21:39:28 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Were you at the doctor's office having a blood test or a blood pressure test? Sometimes that causes BP to go up. If you are over weight - lose weight & exercise. You should have your pressure re-taken 2 to 3 X a day for a week & see if it really is that high. ( You can get a good home machine at the drugstore) Lower your salt intake, too.
2006-08-27 21:34:16 · answer #3 · answered by Da Bomb 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
120-130 is optimal, so you are NOT very high. Best thing to do is cut out as much salt in your diet as possible. That should help a lot.
2006-08-27 21:33:21 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
it can be risky: reduce your sodium intake and try to refrain from strenuos activities. Also, the color of light blue, like baby blue or powder blue, can help lower the blood pressure. Plus, see a doc.if u r confused.
2006-08-27 21:32:22 · answer #5 · answered by coolcat123 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
139 is border lline so you are just over that. You can eliminate salt from your diet, use a salt substitute. Lose weight. Eat less. Contact your doctor.
2006-08-27 21:33:57 · answer #6 · answered by ruthie 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
STAY WITH YOUR DOCTOR A STROKE HEART ATTACK LINE THE DELICATE BLOOD IMPULSES TO THE BRAIN
2006-08-27 21:31:58 · answer #7 · answered by Penney S 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋