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Q: Why is my heart hate high (around 85) every time I check my BP?
A: The normal range for pulse in adults ranges from 60 to 100. Anxiety causes the heart to beat faster. If you are worried about your blood pressure level, this could...
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Q: What’s the best medicine to take for heartbeat irregularities and palpitations?
A: This is a question that can only be answered by your doctor. The best treatment of any condition is based on the cause of the disease, other illnesses and conditions that are present,...
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Q: Are there natural ways to cure left ventricle wall thickness or do I need to go on medication?
A: An increase in the thickness of the muscle in the left side of the heart (left ventricular hypertrophy) is the result of a health problem. The...
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Q: I’m a 55 year old white male in reasonably good physical condition and have been trying to lower my BP naturally. However, I have recently noticed that my heart skips a beat then thumps after a pause, sometimes making me dizzy. Do you think...
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Q: What is the relationship of heart rate and BP? I’m a 62 year old man, my BP is 135/65, and my heart rate is 50. I’ve just stopped my BP meds (diovan/hct) because of extreme light headedness/dizziness.
A: The heart pumps to create enough blood...
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Q: A study of men found that a large amount of homocysteine in the blood was a cause of hypertension. How can homocysteine be controlled?
A: Eating a diet rich in green leafy vegetables and folic acid enriched grains is the best way to help homocysteine...
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Q: Why does my heart beat seem to be faster when I wake in the morning?
A: When you are asleep, the body is at rest and has lower oxygen needs. Your heart does not have to work as hard. With awakening you become active, your...
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Q: Can you have “white-coat” hypertension in reverse (high at home and low at the doctor’s office)?
A: This kind of situation is often referred to as masked hypertension. It is seen more commonly in people with other risks for heart disease such as obesity and...
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Q: Can sinus problems (i.e. sinus headaches) be connected to high blood pressure?
A: Medicines used to treat sinus conditions and sinus headaches often contain drugs that elevate high blood pressure. Be sure to read the warning label on over-the-counter products for sinus conditions before you...
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Q: What are the causes of having a low pulse rate?
A: A low pulse rate can be a sign of being in good physical condition. Well trained athletes typically have lower pulse rates than their counterparts whose idea of activity is clicking the remote control....
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