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My blood pressure is now 168/117. i have been monitoring it lately and continues to be high. when should i be concerned about going to er?
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Seek med attention: You should be seeing a dr for a BP that high. If you develope symptoms such as headache, blurred vision, dizziness, chest pain or nausea and vomiting, you should seek medical attention immediately.
Answered 5/19/2018
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