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What is the normal blood pressure readings range in age 72yr male person with hypertension?
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Dr. Richard Zimonanswered
Internal Medicine 61 years experience
Age alon: is NOT a "determinant" for Blood Pressure although some increase in systolic pressure may be due to decreased "elasticity" of the AORTA. Generally below 140/90 is still the goal of Hypertension therapy!
Hope this helps!
Dr Z
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