A good blood pressure range for someone who is diabetic.

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Q: What range of BP should be maintained by a diabetic patient? I am 62 and have diabetes II since 1999.

A: Your blood pressure should be maintained at less than 140/90.  Some studies suggest that a pressure of less than 130/80 is even better for people with diabetes.  You might want to discuss this further with your doctor.  To learn about the added risk of high blood pressure with diabetes go to this page at the National Heart Lung and Blood Institute site.

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1. Arnold Rowe

   Posted March 15, 2012 at 12:12 PM

   The American Diabetes Association (ADA) and the National Institutes of Health recommend a target blood pressure of less than 130/80mm Hg for people with diabetes. 

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2. Nsonguyo

   Posted March 17, 2012 at 5:57 AM

   Dear Doctor,I will like to know from you how one can increase her hip?Does blood groop affect any treatment.
   by taking drugs or supplement.For example am made to understand that ulcer person should avoid taking aspring. Ur advice is wellcome.
   Regards,
   Nsonguyo

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