Is Managing Blood Pressure Key to Wellness?

Hello,

Thank you for reaching out to Dr. Galen. Please find the below response to your query.

A reading of 142/66 is within the normal range, particularly for individuals over 40 years old.

Considerations for Hypertension: 

If your mother has a history of hypertension and is not compliant with medication, such a reading may indicate hypertensive urgency or crisis.

Other Possible Causes:

Normal perimenopausal symptoms or infections like malaria could also be responsible.

Recommendations:

Suggest a thorough investigation including ECG, ECHO, chest x-ray, and lipid profile to assess cholesterol levels if symptoms persist.

Emphasize the importance of compliance with hypertensive medication.

Encourage regular visits to her physician.

Advise stress reduction and avoidance of high-sodium foods, while ensuring an adequate intake of potassium.

Thanks