how much bp is normal by age 23 - #21029
I am 23 and I'm kinda anxious about my blood pressure. Went to the doctor last week because I’ve been feeling lightheaded and just weird. They checked my blood pressure and it was 130/85, which seemed kinda high considering I heard that blood pressure guidelines say it should be lower, especially for someone my age. I mean, how much bp is normal by age 23? A friend of mine was saying that normal bp for someone my age should be like 120/80 or even lower, and now I'm worried that I might have hypertension or something! The doc said it could be anxiety or just temporary, but I can’t shake off the worry! I don’t really have any major health issues, but sometimes I feel my heart racing a bit, and I don’t know if it’s in my head. Like, how much bp is normal by age 23? Should I be watching my salt intake more seriously or exercise more? I'm also trying to cut back on caffeine since I've heard that can mess with bp too. Honestly, I feel confused about all the numbers and what’s a real concern for someone my age. Any advice or experiences would help! How much bp is normal by age 23?
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