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Blood Pressure question

jparrish1jparrish1
in June 2012 Moms
I just left the doctor and my blood pressure was 157/88. I feel like that is high especially compared to my previous readings. My doctor didn't seem to concerned with it and wants me back in two weeks like normal. Should I be worried though?
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Re: Blood Pressure question

  • FutureNicholsFutureNichols
    I have been monitored for my blood pressure this pregnancy as well as with DS.  I will say that the top number is bit high.  Docs usually want you around 120/70.  However, that bottom number is not so bad.  If it was in the high 90's and 100's, I would be concerned.  Drink more water today and try to relax.  Stay away from food high in sodium and test your bp later today.  If it is higher later, then I would press the issue with your OB. Good luck.
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  • katmacwvkatmacwv member
    140/90 is the cut off my doc always told me.  When mine was close to that, I had to monitor daily at home.  I wouldn't freak out, but that would concern me if it stayed around that level.
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  • YaMrWhiteYaMrWhite member
    Like a PP said, 140/90 is considered high. My BP was 147/88 yesterday but I have chronic hypertension so its always a little higher. It could be that you were just anxious or something. My OB has said the diastolic reading being high is more of a concern than the systolic reading...check it at home right when you get up and see what you get. If its normal, I wouldn't concern yourself much...
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  • Tisten5682Tisten5682
    I had pre-eclampsia with my DD and when it went up they put me on bed rest.  I don't remember what the number was.  But I would drink a lot of water, stay away from sodium, & relax as much as possible & see what happens!  good luck!
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