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My mom is 75 her blood pressure is 162/78 is this normal ?

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No: Tell her to see her doctor and get this blood pressure treated this can be dangerous to her. To high. She need a thorough evaluation. Remember heart disease is very silent.

Answered 9/21/2019

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