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Is 119/71 bp with pulse of 72 considered well controlled with bp meds?

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Dr. Curtis Wong answered

Specializes in Plastic Surgery

Well controlled: Your vitals confirm what you think... You are well controlled with those readings.

Answered 4/3/2014

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Yes: In younger people yes. Recent changes in recommendation for optimal blood pressure changed to 150/90 for those over 60 years of age. Most consider 120/80 optimal, though several years back recommendation had dropped that target to 115/70. Recent reviews indicate that the 115/70 most likely has no improved benefit.

Answered 4/2/2014

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