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Hypertension

Hypertension or high blood pressure is a health condition where the force exerted by the blood on the artery wall is high. Persistent high blood pressure is a significant risk factor for stroke, heart failure, chronic kidney disease, cardiovascular diseases, etc.

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My blood pressure is 130/100 mm Hg. Should I take antihypertensive medications?

Query: Hello doctor, My blood pressure is 130/100 mmHg. Should I take antihypertensive medications?  Read Full »

Dr. Krutika Shrikant Ingle

Dr. Krutika Shrikant Ingle

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. 130/100 mmHg has a high diastolic value than normal. I would like to know if this was a one-time reading. Also, was it taken on an automatic machine or manual mercury apparatus by your doctor? Before we start antih...  Read Full »

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