- Male
- 25 Years
- 29/01/2025
My dad's 65 and he's been dealing with high blood pressure for the past year, taking Telma 40. I just checked his blood pressure today, and it's 140 over 90. Is that normal? I'm really concerned and could use some advice.
Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors
Yes it is normal and continue the same medicine
Dr. Mubarak Suggests...
Consult a Cardiologist
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