Gaurav Singh Gaurav Singh Asked 8 months ago

What blood pressure level is stroke level?

My uncle had a stroke last year, and I'm always checking my blood pressure now. I want to know at what point it becomes really critical. What blood pressure level is considered stroke level?

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Sunita Devi Sunita Devi Joined Jul 2026 4 months ago
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High BP caused a lot of problems for my mother, leading to complications. For stroke, I remember doctors saying very high readings like 180/120 or more are extremely dangerous. Please don't take any chances, see a doctor immediately if you have such numbers.

Sanjay Kapoor Sanjay Kapoor Joined Jan 2026 8 months ago

Having seen a family member go through a stroke, I can confidently say that sustained BP above 180/120 is a major red flag. It's not just a number, but the consistent high pressure over time that damages blood vessels. Regular monitoring and strict adherence to medication are non-negotiable.

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Priya Sharma Priya Sharma Joined Feb 2026 8 months ago

Extremely high readings, like 180/120, are considered a stroke risk. Consult a doctor immediately.

Lakshmi Srinivasan Lakshmi Srinivasan Joined May 2026 6 months ago

My mother-in-law always tells me to keep an eye on BP. For stroke, doctors say anything very high like 180 over 120 is extremely dangerous. Please trust your doctor's advice on this, it is very important.

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Akash Gupta Akash Gupta Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

My smart BP monitor app flags anything above 180/120 as a 'hypertensive crisis,' which it explicitly states is a medical emergency with high stroke risk. So yeah, those numbers are definitely concerning. Better to consult a doc right away.

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