<prompt> If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patients description.HI, DOC. I AM A 56 YEAR OLD MALE. I AM TAKING INDERAL LA 80, TWICE DAILY FOR YEARS. TODAY MY BLOOD PRESSURE HAS BEE NCONSISTENTLY HIGH, FOR ME. AVERAGE 14090. MY PULSE HAS GONE HAS HIGH AS 98. I HAVE FELT FLU LIKE SYMPTOMS TODAY. ANY REASON TO WORRY. WHEN SHOULD I SEEK EMERGENCY HELP?  <response>: Hello, Your high blood pressure values could be related to a possible infection. So, I would recommend having some rest and avoiding straining physical activity. If you have a fever, consult with your GP for a physical exam and some blood lab tests complete blood count, PCR, blood electrolytes, may be needed. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Chat Doctor. 