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My blood pressure is 170/120. is it serious?
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Yes: Seek help of a physician for evaluation and treatment.
Answered 8/23/2017
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Yes : In the absence of pain, this is a high reading and needs to be address soon as possible. Go see your family doc to verify.
Answered 10/24/2017
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