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reason for sudden increase in blood pressure - #18347

Arjun

I am really worried about this sudden increase in my blood pressure! It started about a week ago. My numbers were usually around 120/80, but now I'm seeing readings like 150/95. It’s so frustrating! I don’t feel any different other than some headaches here and there, but nothing major, you know? I went through some stressful days at work, and I thought maybe that was the reason for sudden increase in blood pressure, but it hasn't calmed down. Could this just be anxiety? Also, I noticed my eating habits shifted a bit -- more takeout and less veggies, but I didn’t think that would have such an impact. Last night, my partner even mentioned how I seem more irritable and I'm like, is that connected? I tried to do some deep breathing and meditation, thinking that might help, but the numbers are still high. I took a few home tests and they were all similar; it’s like they're taunting me or something! Really makes me wonder if there's any other reason for sudden increase in blood pressure that I'm missing. Should I be freaking out? What should I do? Conversations with friends aren't much help; most of them just say "chill out." Any advice from you all would be super appreciated because this is stressing me out!

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