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Q: I was diagnosed with Pulmonary Hypertension about 6 months ago, (but I knew something was wrong before that, and went to 5-6 Dr.s I was told I had mild COPD, but after 2 heart cath’s , and many other tests, Univ. of Florida Pulmonary...
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Q: What relationship is there between BP and pulse rate. Where can I find examples?
A: Systolic pressure is the pressure in your arteries that occurs with the contraction of your heart. Diastolic pressure is the pressure in your arteries between heart beats....
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Q: I would like to know what are the risks of being pregnant after stroke. I am hypertensive and did have a small stroke…thank you.
A: You need to discuss your risk with your doctor. There are other factors to consider in addition to...
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Q: After giving birth to my son, I needed a blood transfusion. Could that blood I was given be what’s causing my high blood pressure today? My blood pressure was always normal. Years later I have high blood pressure.
A: Women who develop high blood pressure...
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Q: Can you tell me what percent of people who have high blood pressure actually end up having a heart and/or a stroke?
A: Worldwide about 17 million people die every year from a heart attack or stroke. (http://www.who.int/cardiovascular_diseases) A little over half of these deaths...
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Q: Can mixing lisinopril and viagra cause a dangerous drop in blood pressure?
A: The dangerous drop in blood pressure with erectile dysfunction drugs such as Viagra is associated with heart drugs that contain nitrates. It is safe to use Viagra with the blood pressure drug...
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Q: At what blood pressure level might doctors consider lowering dosages of medications? I’ve been responding well with medication, diet, and exercise. My last reading 2 days ago was 112/72.
A: Many factors need to be considered before changing a blood pressure treatment plan. Examples include...
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Q: My morning BP reading is usually up to 170. I take Atenolol 50 and Atacand 32 daily. I also take Xanax .25. The Xanax helps my BP to go lower during the morning. I have been warned to not skip or change the amount...
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Q: I have been on Blood pressure tablet for several years now, Diovan 80mg (valsartan). It was reasonably steady at around 148/64 however a new Doctor has recently put me on Losartan-Potassium 100mg, and it has risen to 170/64, I have to see him again...
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Q: I have systolic hypertension. Take Amdolipene/Benz. My blood pressure aveages 127/43 with a heart rate of 45. I’m 66. Could that cause my inability to fall asleep again after only 4 hours sleep?
A: Difficulty sleeping is one of the most common reasons for a doctor visit....
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