Is increased blood pressure for a 7 year old something to worry ?
Patient: Hello... I have a 7 year old daughter who went to her Pediatrician the other day and he stated that her blood pressure is rather high for a 52 pound female. I purchased a home blood pressure monitor and have been checking her several times a day. Her average is around 113/70. Sometimes when she is at rest it can be around 99/74. But when she is active during the day, it can be as high as 124/40. He is worried that this may be a sign of a kidney problem and I have set up an appointment with a specialist near the end of this month. If I read some of the publications, these numbers are not so far out of line. But, other government agencies have these numbers in the danger zone. She is in the 50% percentile of height, and since she is adopted, I don t have any family history. Are these blood pressure readings a reason for concern? What is the best source for blood pressure charts for children. Thank you, Jack Doctor: hi her blood pressure measurements are with in her age limits so no need to worry. you can get these charts online just google age vs blood pressure readings. you should worry if they are more than 95th percentile. for her age if serial resting blood pressure meant is greater than 119 you should show her to her doctor.hope this is helpful to you, rate it if you like it. take care