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Sir my father age is above 50 his blood pressure is showing high 143 and low 90 should he start taking medicine?

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High BP: First try life style modifications like regular exercise, low salt diet, follow sleep ritual and relaxation techniques. If no improvement in 3 months then need to start medications.

Answered 2/1/2014

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