My blood pressure is spiking right now. What can I do to settle it back down? Im not being treated for high BP as its usually 104/74, but I have had 3 times In the last 2 weeks when it has spiked to 144/94. Im feeling that same discomfort again now. How can I bring it back down if I dont have and meds?
Hello! Thank you for asking on Chat Doctor! I understand your concern. Your blood pressure values are not so concerning for an urgent acute therapy. As you have no medications you can try eating garlic and Chat Doctor.  It will help. I recommend you to closely monitor your blood pressure (after 15 min of ceasing any physical activity) for a week. As a doctor, I would recommend consulting with your GP for a careful physical examination, a resting ECG, a chest x-ray and some lab tests (like a routine blood test, kidney and liver function tests, fasting glucose, blood electrolytes, thyroid hormone levels) to exclude secondary causes of high blood pressure. I would also advise some tips for your lifestyle which help reduce blood pressure: - modify your diet : avoid caffeine intake and reduce salt intake-have a lot of physical activity and yoga. - reduce your weight if you are overweight. Hope to have been of help! Best wishes,