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Q: I am on medication 3 times a day for HBP. It usually gets to about 150/95 at lunch (11am) & the same at 8pm when I go to bed. Why does this happen with no stress in my life? Is this b/p safe? Thanks
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Q: Is there a direct causal-link between blood pressure and pulse rate? It seems that when I lower my pulse rate (to under 50-bpm), by sitting very calmly in the morning, then I get higher blood pressure readings than when
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Q: I have a history of high blood pressure but controlled my blood pressure with diet and exercise w/ out meds. After 9mos. then started to experienced high blood pressure periodically and increasing stroke symptoms. I went to ER where my blood pressure was stabilized...
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Q: Moderating alcohol with blood pressure problems seems logical, but does not explain the effect it has after drinking. Does your blood pressure rise only when you are drinking and then lower again after it is out of your blood stream? I enjoy drinking good...
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Q: Does weight increase due to exercise and muscle growth negatively affect BP?
A: Exercise is good for blood pressure. Muscle tissue does weigh more than fat but the weight gain associated with converting fat to muscle isn’t that great. In the long run most people...
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Q: Does high blood pressure affect your ability to produce a baby? (Question comes from a male)
A: Yes, high blood pressure and pregnancy can be a problem. Blood pressure needs to be controlled during pregnancy to make sure the baby grows properly. Only certain medicines...
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Q: What is the “real” evidence behind the 120/80 numbers? The Europeans and Canadians seem to get along just fine with 140/90
A: I do not understand your question. 120/80 is no longer considered normal. Europeans, Canadians, and Americans agree that blood pressure at 140/90 needs...
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Q: My elevated blood pressure (160/100) has been controlled with exercise, a better diet and the drug Benicar HCT 40/25. My doctor has taken me off the water pill portion and prescribed Benicar 40ng and my blood pressure has remained stable at 120/70. Can I...
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Q: I am now 69 years and have been on medication since 1998 due to a stroke after having high BP 8 to 10 years. The medication involves 6 different pills for thinning the blood, increase the volume of the veins, reduce the bad cholesterol...
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Q: Do headaches accompany high blood pressure?
A: High blood pressure is not associated with symptoms until you are getting into trouble. Sudden onset headaches, headaches that awaken you from sleep and a change in frequency or severity of chronic headaches should be evaluated by a...
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