I recently used an electronic BP machine and got a reading of 135 over 90. I'm only 20, so I'm wondering if I need medication or a doctors help, or if something like yoga and exercise might be enough. What do you think?

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Dr Ibrahim Salah

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check bp with mercury apparatus , if bp increase persists u may consult physicisn. Salt restricted diet , weight reduction and regular aeroic exercises is advised.

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