Blood Pressure & Coffee

"Ernie Adsett" <[email hidden]> wrote in message
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I usually have had a BP level of about 130/85. However, after having
two cups of coffee in the morning, I took my pressure and it was up

to

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145/95. Is this normal or should I consult my doctor?

Sounds about right. Since giving up coffee a few months back, my BP has
gone from 130/80 to 120/70.

Phil Holman

Ernie Adsett said:

I usually have had a BP level of about 130/85. However, after having
two cups of coffee in the morning, I took my pressure and it was up to
145/95. Is this normal or should I consult my doctor?

It's normal for BP to rise a bit after taking certain stimulants,
including caffeine. Avoid caffeine for a week and track your BP. If it
is still high, then talk to your doctor. A BP of 145/95 is not exactly
a medical emergency, anyway.

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Ernie Adsett said:

I usually have had a BP level of about 130/85. However, after having
two cups of coffee in the morning, I took my pressure and it was up to
145/95. Is this normal or should I consult my doctor?

The latter.

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Dr. Andrew B. Chung, MD/PhD
Board-Certified Cardiologist
http://www.heartmdphd.com