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My dad is 74 years old,his blood pressure is max 12/8 minimum 9/8 tonight.what is the reason of his minimum blood pressure being high & what can he do?

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Dr. Ira Friedlander answered

Specializes in Cardiac Electrophysiology

There are many: reasons for a narrow pulse pressure (low systolic and high diastolic pressure.) Number one on the list is inaccurate measurements. If the findings are repeatable he should be evaluated by a health care professional to determine if additional tests or treatment are needed.

Answered 11/12/2015

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