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Q: I have been taking hyydrochlorothiazide 25 mg. for years. About a month and half ago I tripped over the cords of Dave’s (my husband) CPAP machine and really came down hard. I had an old prescription for ibuprofel 600 mg, and started taking it...
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Q: Is there a relationship between blood pressure and constipation. As I get constipation bowel pains my blood pressure spikes to. 180/190 over 95.
A: Pain from any source can cause an increase in blood pressure. Your pressure is spiking to a worrisome level....
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Q: I have had my Resperate for just over a week, and use it every day. I took my BP and it is still 179/68.
I know it is too early to expect results, but my GP wants to double my Amlodipine and add...
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Q: I have been using Resperate for approx 6yrs now and it has worked well, however over the last three months or so my bp has started creeping up (160/100). Does this mean my body has now got used to Resperate and...
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Q: My daughter has not been taking her meds for blood pressure. She has an appointment 5-1-12 to get meds. She has been taking organic apple cider vinegar 3 times a day. Keeping it normal. Does she really need meds....
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Q: I was told by my Dr. that I have narrowing of the blood vessels (restriction) to the heart when I am under stress. The heart pumps hard because of Epinepherine therefore causes my blood pressure to go dangerously high. What tests do I need...
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Q: I am 72yrs, I do not take hormone therapy any more after i suffered a mild heart attack where I have a stent put in. I have had a lot of facial hair growth. Should I go back on hormone therapy at my age?
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Q: What is the relationship between consuming eggs and hypertension? Will eating eggs regularly increase bp?
A: Eggs have gotten a bad reputation. Recent studies are suggesting that egg consumption might help lower blood pressure. Eggs are a good source of protein and are low in...
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Q: I’ve recently started working out (one of the more physical programs) and the other day I began to experience signs of energy loss, some diziness, physical weakness, and fatigue. I’ve been feeling better since I quit the routine, but I wanted to ask if...
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Q: I am a 33 year old male taking 10MG of lisinopril for HBP. I maintain a healthy weight, exercise regularly and eat a healthy diet. My HBP is most likely a result of stress/anxiety. If i have my blood pressure under control with medication, diet, exercise and...
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