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Q: Can you feel when your pressure is high? I can feel it. Is that normal? My numbers have been high for the last two weeks. I feel really tired.
A: High blood pressure usually does not cause symptoms until you are getting into trouble. You...
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Q: Can Vicodin have adverse interaction with high blood pressure medicine?
A: Vicoden is a popular pain killer. It is not thought to interact with most high blood pressure medicines. However, individuals respond differently. You should discuss the reaction you are having with your doctor or...
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Q: What is the significance of having a lower diastolic (50’s & 60’s) with a high systolic (anywhere from 119 to 140’s, 150’s, 160’s and occasionally 170’s)?
A: You have isolated systolic hypertension. This is a condition that needs to be treated to lower your risk...
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Q: Dear Dr. Rowena, Since I have used my Resperate I began to perceive an improvement in my hearing condition. I’m 64 years old and I think that is possible once the relaxation of the vessels enable a better irrigation of the blood. Do you...
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Q: If I stop taking hormones (Livial) my blood pressure goes high, but I am afraid of the risks of hormones in women over 60. What would be the best way to control my blood pressure?
A: You need to talk to your doctor. Treatment of...
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Q: Has anyone who started taking meds for BP ever come off them if their lifestyle change reduces BP?
A: Yes, many people have been successful in controlling their blood pressure with lifestyle changes. Getting down to a normal weight and having a regular...
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Q: Have you ever heard of a Chinese herb called ganoderma and what can you tell me about it?
A: Ganoderma is a type of fungi that breaks down wood. It is found on tree roots. It is also known as reishi. Some non-traditional medical uses...
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Q: I have hypertension for 15 years. BP is high (about 150/100) when measured sitting up, but normal (< 140/90) laying down, measured within minutes. It has been this way all along. My doctor’s answer does not sound very unconvincing, and I just want to...
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Q: My systolic BP runs about 145 if I am walking around the house, sit down and immediately take it. If I sit for 2 minutes and take it the systolic drops to around 127. Is this normal
A: Blood pressure varies with your daily activities....
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Q: I have been reading about this Resperate. I told my 2 doctors about it. In fact I have 4 doctors (1 cardiologist, 1 internist, 1 neurologist, 1 nephrologist) and they all said how will a machine lower my blood pressure? I am taking 7...
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