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Blood pressure @ dr. 132/72, both nurse & dr. said not to worry. for years i'm always below 120. i asked dr. if i was prehypertension & dr said no but according to online blood pressure chart, i am?
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No meds: You're still within normal limits and if you want to lower your BP to a goal of 120 systolic, you wouldn't need medication but instead concentrate on avoiding salt, maintaining an ideal weight, avoiding heavy intake of caffeine and alcohol, minimizing stress, and getting regular exercise.
Answered 11/13/2017
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