I'm really worried about my mom. Her blood pressure reading is 150 over 82. Is this something we should be concerned about? Does it mean she has high BP? I'm wondering if we should consult a doctor and consider medication. What would you advise?

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Dr Shubham Chauhan

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blood pressure reading of 15082 is considered elevated, with the systolic pressure (150) being in the stage 1 hypertension range. It is important to monitor her blood pressure regularly to see if it stays consistently high. In case of persistent high blood pressure, medication may be required. I recommend consulting a doctor for further evaluation and to discuss potential treatment options. In terms of medication, the doctor may prescribe antihypertensive drugs such as Losartan 50mg or Amlodipine 5mg to help lower her blood pressure.

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