question: I have recently had my blood pressure jump up from a regular and consistent 120/80 range to consistently 170-110. I have been put on a medication but see no changes yet. I have never had high blood pressure issues before. This suddenly started happening about 3 weeks ago and I have not had any diet or lifestyle changes. My doctors always seems to sidestep the question and it confuses me.I am 31, 5'3", and 194lbs. My EKG is normal. I am currently not having any chest tightness, though I notice I am getting winded and tired easily. I know I need to lose weight, but my weight has been stable now for months. I have not changed anything recently, and am a stay at home aunt. I just cant understand why things would suddenly change so dramatically so quickly.