A member asked:

My daughter is 17. over the past 2 weeks we thought she had fever but temp is always normal. but now we've been testing bp whenever she is red. it has been spiking. tonight it is 148/88. previously 149/79. do we need to worry? janine

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Dr. Amrita Dosanjh answered

Specializes in Pediatric Allergy and Asthma

Evaluation: The BP readings are elevated. Decrease salt intake and please see a physician. Screening tests may include renal function and a urinalysis.

Answered 2/10/2020

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