Patient's question:
Today at home, I helped my mom measure her blood pressure. The instrument showed 180/120. Is 180/120 considered high blood pressure?Doctor's answer:
A blood pressure reading below 140/90 mmHg is considered a case of hypertension. A blood pressure level of 180/120 mmHg is an extremely high-risk level, which can easily lead to cerebral hemorrhage or even hypertensive encephalopathy. It is recommended to visit the emergency department of the hospital as soon as possible. It is best to be hospitalized for treatment, allowing the doctor to use antihypertensive medication to stabilize the blood pressure and bring it down to the normal range. It is essential to follow the doctor's advice and take the antihypertensive medication on time. Maintain a light diet and avoid excessively salty or greasy foods.