“What do I do if my 96 year old mother has blood pressure of 143 over 44?”
What do I do if my mother has a blood pressure of 144 over 43?
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InternistInternist
At 96, If she is not symptomatic(ie--weak, fatigued, dizzy on standing, short of breath, has ankle or other swelling, is having chest pain, or otherwise is not feeling well)--there is no reason to do anything. But, if you want to cover all bases, take her to a medical doctor for a full physical evaluation.
