A member asked:

Sometimes when i get anxiety, i check and my bp is skyrocket like 138/109. extreme high. with those numbers, should i have seeked urgent care, er.

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Normal: It's normal for your BP to skyrocket during anxiety. Your diastolic (109) is a little high. What you should do is check it at different times of the day when you're rested and relaxed - then average them. If the average is >135/>85, you have high blood pressure. Bps during exercise, stress, or anxiety don't count!

Answered 6/10/2014

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