because you are symptomatic (you have a headache) you should not wait another week to see your doctor. that said you probably do not need to rush to the emergency room either. what you need to do is call your doctor's office and tell them your blood pressure has been running high and you have a severe headache. i can assure you your doctor wants to know this. he or she may call you back with instructions for increasing your medication. at the very least your provider's office will advise you what to do in terms of bringing you to the office or telling you to seek emergency medical attention. remember however you ultimately are in control of your health decisions. if you truly feel this is an emergency situation you should take action. wishing you well!
when on bp meds and bp continues to run high (150/100) along with headache when should medical attention be sought? . i am waiting until next week to see my doctor. my bp has been running high for over 2 weeks along with a severe headache. i have tried to take an additional dose of my bp meds but it isn't helping to bring it down. i don't know if i should seek immediate medical attention or continue to wait the additional week to see my doctor?