Ask Your Health Question. Health Experts Answer You ASAP.

(Not a Health Question?)

I had a recent blood pressure test of 145/78. Am I okay? Thanks, Al
Sent to Health Experts February 05 04:17 PM

My most recent blood pressure test was 145/78. Am I "okay?" I am 57 yrs old and 325 pounds. Thank you so much. Al...

 

Optional Information:
Male , Age: 57

Already Tried:
Diet, Blood pressure Medicine (captropil)

Customer (name blocked for privacy)
Status:  Closed   Value: $15
Answer
February 5 4:20 PM (2 minutes and 57 seconds later)
         
REPLIEDCheck Mark

Hello,

Your systolic B.P is a bit high ( Normal upper limit is 139 ) . Also you are obese .You need some diet modifications and exercise to control your weight .

Also reduce salt in diet .



Edited by Dr AMIT MUNJAL on February 5 2007 at 4:21 PM

Please press the accept button if you find my comments useful.
The information provided herein is for educational purposes only .
Picture
Dr Amit Munjal -- Physician -- 99% Positive Feedback on 4228 Health Accepts
B.A.M.S{Ayurveda Physician}Worked in various clinical departments like Medicine,ER,Gynae
Reply
March 25 5:14 PM (414 days later)
         
Reply to Dr Amit Munjal's Post: Thank you, Doctor. I appreciate your answer and the time you gave me.

Al..
Customer (name blocked for privacy)
Info Request
March 25 9:25 PM (4 hours and 11 minutes and 13 seconds later)
         
The other expert is not longer available. Do you still need help with this question?

Edited by Family Physician on March 25 2008 at 9:27 PM
Picture
Family Physician -- Doctor (MD) -- 99% Positive Feedback on 3932 Health Accepts
Physician with 22 years experience in Emergency Medicine / Family Medicine
Think you can answer this question?
Login or Become an Expert

Related Answers

 

DISCLAIMER: You acknowledge that any information you may obtain from individuals you contact through use of the Just Answer service comes from those individuals, not from Just Answer!, and that Just Answer is not in any way responsible for any of the information these third parties may supply. The site and services are provided "as is" with no warranty and no representations are made regarding the qualification of an Expert. Responses and comments on Just Answer! are for general information and are not intended to substitute for informed professional advice (such as medical, legal, investment or accounting) and do not establish a professional-client relationship. Just Answer! is not intended or designed to address EMERGENCY QUESTIONS which should be directed immediately by telephone or in-person to qualified professionals. Please carefully read the Terms of Service.

Just Answer! > Online Health Advice