Blood pressure

Hello all,

It's been awhile as anxiety has been in check thankfully. I do have a question maybe you can assist. So went to ER as I needed stiches due to a thanksgiving accident (nothing big) when I went my bp was elevated 142/92 typically I am a bit high 138/82-142/85 the nurse made a big deal of it and said I need to see my primary care. Have been told in past that it's more than likely anxiety related now am a bit nervous I am at risk of heart attack or stroke at age 30 smh

JG,

I would check in with your PCP just for reassurance.

I am sure you were stressed about your injury...having to go to the ER on Thanksgiving...

...so a spike is not unexpected...and your numbers are not alarming, especially considering it was likely temporary.

You may be advised to monitor your BP at home, or perhaps your doctor will recommend coming in a couple of times in the next few weeks to get a better idea of your overall numbers..

...but I don't think you need to worry about this...which is of course counterproductive for BP anyway! ;)

Also, healthy lifestyle choices in nutrition, exercise and relaxation techniques will all help to keep your pressures in the optimal range!

Hope your on the mend from your accident as well!

S.C.

Thanks love...I'm always stressed over my blood pressure. Good words of wisdom.