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What exactly is blood pressure in the first place? And how can you know if your blood pressure is either high OR low?...

Q: Blood Pressure Question

asked by: largeandincharge on October 7th, 2005

New User

Normally my blood pressure is pretty low (100/58 or so) because of genetics I guess but lately i've been really swollen and my bp has reached 128/65. Everyone says that isnt high but I think for me it is. Should I be concerned?

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sandyallen

replied on October 7th, 2005

Extremely eHealthy

No, I do not believe it is anything to be conerned about but if you do, call your drs office and talk to them, heck, I am not a dr! Good luck and congratulatiions!

netteyo

replied on October 15th, 2005

New User

Hello , I have high a high blood pressure problem and 128/65 is a good blood pressure. Normal blood pressure is 120/80 so if you look at your ok for know; just make sure they wacth over more.

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