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A member asked:

Is consistent exercise safe if i am being treated for hypertension? is it safe to do light cardio every day if i have hypertension?

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Dr. Mark Rasak answered

Specializes in Cardiology

Yes: Monitor with a home cuff so you can kep track . Get parameters from your dr as to how much, how long, and when to call, etc.

Dr Koch agreed

Answered 3/2/2013

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