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Newly diagnosed as Hypertensive

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autumn.witch
autumn.witch

I am 82 and my GP says my BP is far too high (179/90).  Can anyone tell me whether it is necessary to have a blood test before treatment can be prescribed.  I am a needle/blood phobic and in a state of pnic about this.  MY GP has refused treatment unless I have a blood test.

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  • gloria_231946
    gloria_231946 autumn.witch

    Posted

    Have you heard of white coat syndrome.This puts your b.p. up when you visit the doctors.Yes ask for a butterfly needle and just turn your head away its no big deal.
    • derek76
      derek76 gloria_231946

      Posted

      Do surgeries all have butterfly needles? They seem to be more used by hospital departments where people have repeated testing.
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