just wanted to know if it is bad I know smoking and salt effect it, are there any other things that would make it high like stress Thanks
2007-02-06 07:34:05 · 18 answers · asked by Bernie c 6 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Heart Diseases
Take Rampril 1 at night been increased to 1 in the morning as well, do smoke(bad me) have to have extra salt due to another illness. Age 49, female, 5ft 2, 7st 12lb and was sitting.
2007-02-06 07:51:35 · update #1
Don't drink
2007-02-06 07:51:58 · update #2
Don't have coffee
2007-02-06 07:53:09 · update #3
Had cholestrol checked 2wks ago I thought it would be high as my mum brothers and sister have high mine was 5.2 so it was OK. I have to have extra salt due to an electrolyte deficiency have had more in the past 2mths and sodium was up to 132 so that was good as before it was very low even dropping to 124.
Anyway just me like to see the funny side of things so take that many pills would make a good rattle ha ha thanks
2007-02-06 08:41:28 · update #4
Sounds like you caught in a go no go situation. I'm similar except the sodium level you have to take This problem is solved for me by a diet of sodium 0.5 mg per 100gms of food years ago this was very hard to do, easy today.Needed a supplier from the hospital for it. You didn't mention potassium also a problem little or none if pos. things like summer fruits,coffee and chocolate, (sorry), anything that ends in berry a no go. Stress is a major factor in all ailments, just about makes everything worse but that's what we do. Have a look at some sites how to reduce stress
2007-02-08 02:16:08 · answer #1 · answered by mikey_mossom 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your blood pressure is a little high, but it's the lower figure that tells part of the story.
Ideally, you want about 120/70, so 86 is a little high, but not dangerously so. However, you do need to lower it, and salt, smoking, excess weight and stress all contribute to high BP. Lose a few pounds gradually, don't smoke, try not to stress unduly (easily said in today's world, not so easily done), and lay off the salt pot, look for low salt alternatives in all foods, and take regular exercise, 20 mins twice a day.
If none of this works, then your GP should be able to provide a suitable medication to lower your BP. Don't leave it, it gets worse with age, and the damage is being done without you noticing till it's too late. I know, I have had 3 heart attacks and a triple artery bypass already, and I am only 50. Don't leave it like I did. Stay healthy.
2007-02-06 07:42:12 · answer #2 · answered by Phish 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
168/86 is high. average textbook blood pressure is 120/80. If you had it taken soon after you smoked or drank a caffinated beverage than it may have been elevated due to this. If I were you I would go to a local drugstore and buy a digital blood pressure cuff not a wrist one they aren't as accurate and start a log of your blood pressures at different times of day and with different activity levels after a week send it to your doctor and ask his opinion it will give you a better idea if you have a problem than 1 reading.
2007-02-06 15:04:30 · answer #3 · answered by LadyJadra 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I hate to tell you this because you've heard it a million times, I'm sure, but as long as you smoke, you stand a very high risk for a stroke. Your blood pressure is too high. Smoking causes your vessels to constrict, leading to a higher blood pressure. You are slowly killing your kidneys, and believe me a life on a dialysis machine is not fun. Having a stroke which takes away your ability to talk or to function normally is not a good way to go through life.
I guarantee that if you stop smoking, your blood pressure will improve drastically. Your doctor can prescribe the patch and behaviour modification therapy for you. If you really want to help yourself, you will get rid of your cigarettes. Nothing anyone else will tell you will help as much.
2007-02-06 10:46:22 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, that is really high, especially for the top number (168). Obesity and lack of exercise will do that. Certain drugs interacting with certain herbs do that. Are you eating or drinking anything illegal? Because those illegals substance could be reacting in your body in any number of unknown ways, including making your blood pressure go out of whack. Talk to your doc.
2007-02-06 07:38:42 · answer #5 · answered by Hoolia 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Extremely high! It can be hereditary, but environmental issues like your diet, excess weight and smoking can affect it, too. Your doctor will provide medication if he or she deems it appropriate. High blood pressure has a high correlation with heart attack and stroke so don't take any chances.
2007-02-06 07:38:27 · answer #6 · answered by Behaviorist 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
What time of the day was your bp taken as it affects the systolic reading? (86)
Certainly stress can push up blood pressure for sure.
2007-02-06 07:37:44 · answer #7 · answered by alipaul2 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Normal bp is 120 over 80 ,yes stress can effect it.Cut down on
salt,coffee and slow down. Enjoy life.
2007-02-06 07:43:54 · answer #8 · answered by mybetterday 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is high,. Basically it's one of many risk factors for a heart attack or a stroke.
Other risk factors include:- smoking, poor diet ( high salt, low fibre, high fat), Obesity, diabetes, inactive lifestyle, high cholesterol and family history of heart disease / stroke, esp under age of 60.. also stress is taken into consideration. The more of the above risk factors you have the greater your % risk of having a stroke / heart attack.
I suggest you get your cholesterol level checked and know your family history ( first line relatives, that is mum,dad, siblings). best of luck and cut down on that salt! x
2007-02-06 08:05:10 · answer #9 · answered by emilybronte 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Stress.. caffeine Yes..it's high...should be somewhere around 120 over 80 or less.
2007-02-06 07:37:05 · answer #10 · answered by BAM 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋