A 47-year-old male asked:
Blood pressure 160/100 do i need to see doctor?
3 doctor answers • 4 doctors weighed in

Dr. Ankush Bansalanswered
Internal Medicine 16 years experience
Yes: If it is consistently that high, you should see a doctor soon - you need a full evaluation including blood work, lifestyle assessment, and medication. If you have any symptoms like headache, vision change, chest pain, confusion, or low back pain, go to your doctor, urgent care, or er right away.
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Dr. Calvin Weisbergeranswered
53 years experience
Blood pressure: That blood pressure is high, you do need to see a doctor.
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Dr. Rick Kochanswered
Cardiology 24 years experience
Yes: This is significantly elevated.
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A 29-year-old male asked:
My blood pressure was 134/96 do I need to see a doctor?
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Dr. Nisha Chellamanswered
Internal Medicine 33 years experience
High Blood pressure?: The number you have is a little on the high side. At your age you should be normal. Keep a log for 1 month. Check at different times of the day 3 to 4 times a week. Note what you ate. Stress levels. If consistently high then yes see a physician.
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