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I have high bp was in the er given drugs brought it down. family dr put me on lispinril that was all no testing done. should i go to heart dr ?
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No: But hypertension is unusual for an otherwise healthy 39 yr old. You need to reduce dietary sodium and maintain ideal body weight. Your family doctor should check routine lab work.
Answered 4/1/2013
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