Question
Hello doctor,
I am 52 years old this year, when I went to have my vaccinations, I measured my blood pressure, my reading was 145/65. The doctor asked me if a blood pressure reading of 145/65 is high blood pressure? Thanks for the advice doctor.
-Anonymous customer-
Answer:
-Answered by Master, Doctor Phan Van Phong - Emergency Resuscitation Department, Vinmec Central Park International General Hospital.-
Hello,
With the question “Is the blood pressure reading 145/65 high blood pressure? ", the doctor answered as follows:
When the systolic blood pressure is 140 mmHg or higher or the diastolic blood pressure is below 90 mmHg, it will be diagnosed as high blood pressure. Prehypertension: When the blood pressure is between the normal range and the high blood pressure (when the systolic blood pressure is 120-139 mmHg or the diastolic blood pressure is 80-89 mmHg), it is called pre-hypertension.
Treatment of hypertension requires a combination of lifestyle adjustments with antihypertensive drugs, helping patients easily control blood pressure. Target blood pressure should be 130/80 mmHg or lower depending on comorbidities or individual characteristics. Accordingly, hypertensive patients need to follow the main principles of the diet " 3 decrease", "3 increase" as follows:
Reduce mode: Reduce salt intake; reduce fat; reduce alcohol consumption. Increase mode: Increase the use of calcium-rich foods; rich in potassium and rich in protective substances such as green vegetables, potatoes, beans and fruits; build a "1 increase, 1 decrease and 1 quit" lifestyle to increase exercise, reduce stress and quit smoking. If you still have questions about whether a blood pressure reading of 145/65 is high blood pressure, you can go to a medical facility under Vinmec Health System for early examination and treatment. Thank you for trusting and sending questions to Vinmec. Wish you a lot of health.
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