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Cardiac & Vascular Health
Question #18605
69 days ago
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normal blood pressure in female - #18605

Aarav

I am really concerned about my health right now. I went to the doctor last week because I’ve been feeling kinda dizzy and tired, and they took my blood pressure. They said it was 140 over 90, which my friend told me is not normal blood pressure in female. I was shocked! I'm 32 and thought I was in decent shape. I exercise a few times a week, but maybe I don't eat as healthy as I should. The doc mentioned that normal blood pressure in female adults is usually around 120 over 80, but I'm just confused. Like, is 140 over 90 something to really worry about? What does that mean for me long-term? I’ve tried to look it up, and there’s so much info saying high blood pressure can lead to serious problems. I don't have a family history of heart issues, so I'm wondering if it’s just stress or maybe... something else? Should I just change my diet, or do I need to be on meds to get my blood pressure back to normal blood pressure in female? Also, how often should I be checking it, like everyday? Ugh... I just don’t know what steps to take. Anyone been through this? What worked for you?

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A blood pressure reading of 140/90 is classified as stage 1 hypertension, which means it’s higher than the typical average of 120/80 for adults. While it’s a bit elevated, don’t panic yet—there are several courses of action you can take that can help manage this. Since you’re already exercising regularly, that’s a great start, but incorporating some dietary changes such as the DASH diet (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension) can be quite beneficial. This emphasizes fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean proteins while reducing salt, red meat, and added sugars. Stress can indeed affect blood pressure, temporarily elevating it, so incorporating stress-management techniques like meditation or yoga might also help. As for checking your blood pressure, doing it a couple of times a week at different times of the day should give you a more accurate overall picture. This isn’t to suggest you neglect regular medical check-ups; follow up with your doctor since they can provide personalized advice based on your overall health and any potential risk factors. You mentioned your diet might be the next area to work on—consider gradually reducing sodium intake, as less sodium can lead to lower blood pressure over time. Whether or not you should be on medication is a conversation that should be held with your doctor since they would assess this based on not only your current readings but also other health factors. Given your age and the absence of a family history, lifestyle changes might suffice for now, but consistent medical advice is crucial. Remember, high blood pressure is often described as a “silent killer” because it can lead to complications like stroke or heart disease without obvious symptoms. That’s why it must be managed effectively, and addressing it early is key.

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