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bp - 111?

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tohihi · 25/01/2024 16:28

My bp is 180/69. Internet suggests to call emergency, a&e are going to tell me F off right? Feel a bit sick and headache

111?

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DyslexicPoster · 25/01/2024 23:27

Hope your OK OP. If you take your BP three times, it invariably goes down. Don't move in between. Don't eat or drink anything.

MrsPelligrinoPetrichor · 25/01/2024 17:05

How many times have you taken your BP?

Sit quietly for ten minutes and take it 3x disregarding the first reading. 5 mins between each reading.

Then call 111 if the reading is high given your history.

PurpleOrchid42 · 25/01/2024 17:02

Definitely call 111, there's no reason not to!

Mynewnameis · 25/01/2024 17:02

Based on your update yes call 111

EmilyTjP · 25/01/2024 17:01

Yes I’d contact 111 for advice considering your medical history and you feel unwell.

Mindymomo · 25/01/2024 17:00

Given your history I would definitely try 111, you may have a virus which will spike your BP for a day or two.

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tohihi · 25/01/2024 16:56

I should say, I had a heart attack a few years ago when I was 39. But they don't know what caused despite investigating. I am normal weight and fit, so its odd

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tohihi · 25/01/2024 16:54

I have a machine, I'll try again. than you

yes, headache and feel sick

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DyslexicPoster · 25/01/2024 16:43

Sit quietly and take it again after 5 mins, wait a few more minutes and take it three times

WolfFoxHare · 25/01/2024 16:40

I don’t know that A&E will be dismissive. I was sent there recently by 111 after having three migraine auras in 24 hours (because I was on medication that could cause increased intercranial pressure). My blood pressure turned out to be 180/120 when I got there and while it wasn’t panic stations, they certainly took it seriously and I was seen quickly.

EmilyTjP · 25/01/2024 16:38

Do you have a BP machine at home? Do it three times and get the best reading. Any headache or visual disturbances?

BestDIL · 25/01/2024 16:35

180/69 is quite high. I would suggest trying to get an appointment with your GP or if that's impossible then yes, call 111. Do you feel unwell? If so, you could take yourself to A&E but like you say, they may be quite dismissive.

Good luck