Preparing questions in advance can help patients to have more meaningful discussions with their physicians regarding their conditions. Patients may wish to ask their doctor the following questions related to types of high blood pressure:

1. How high is my blood pressure?
   
   
2. Are these blood pressure levels too high? Are they too low?
   
   
3. Is it possible my blood pressure appears to be high because I am nervous? Are there any other tests I can take to get a more accurate reading?
   
   
4. Am I at high risk for high blood pressure?
   
   
5. Does high blood pressure put me at risk for any other cardiovascular conditions? Which ones?
   
   
6. Am I currently taking any medications that might be contributing to my high blood pressure?
   
   
7. Are there any medications I can take to lower my blood pressure? Are there side effects associated with any of these medications?
   
   
8. Are there any lifestyle changes I can make to lower my blood pressure or reduce my chances of developing high blood pressure? Should I quit smoking? Should I lose weight?
   
   
9. Could my high blood pressure be a result of my pregnancy? Could my blood pressure come down following the birth of my child?
   
   
10. How urgently do I need to lower my blood pressure?