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Checked heart,lungs,kidney function,... did tests from ct to stress test, blood tst,etc... all perfectly normal the only problem is a high systolic especially on my right arm 140-160. dr said chest pain was nerve but bp unknown cause what could it be?

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Dr. Cornelius Oleary answered

Specializes in Urgent Care

Hypertension: Hi RachidL, In the United States, the US Preventative Services Task Force recommends blood pressure screening for all adults over 18. Hypertension is an indicator of cardiovascular disease and can be treated by lifestyle (diet and exercise) and medication. BP screening should be over several visits. Read this link: http://www.uspreventiveservicestaskforce.org/Page/Document/RecommendationStatement

Answered 12/1/2015

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