Q: I am currently being treated by my physician for “aortic regurgitation”. Will the RESPeRATE device lower my blood pressure?

A: With regular use, Resperate has been clinically proven to lower blood pressure. Having aortic regurgitation is not a contraindication to using the Resperate. The advantage...

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Q: What exactly is orthostatic intolerance and how is it diagnosed?

A: With orthostatic intolerance, your body does not respond normally to being in the upright position. As a result, people with this condition may have problems with dizziness and fainting. A useful test in diagnosing...

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Q: I am a 42 year old female with high blood pressure. I’m currently taking Bisoprolol 5 mg. My concern is that I often feel palpitations, chest pressure, and a “burning” feeling on both sides of my neck and pressure at the back of my...

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Q: I am 40 years old and hypertensive for 2 years, however my BP is under control by using 3 drugs. Lately I have been experiencing swollen feet after sitting for a long period of time (though my weight has not increased) so I was...

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Q: What do you know about treatment for Pulmonary Hypertension? My 30 year old son with Down´s syndrome has it.

A: An easy way to understand pulmonary hypertension is to think of it as high blood pressure of the lungs. For a good discussion of this...

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Q: What are options for the control of Atrial Fibrillation besides taking Amioderone? I am concerned about its reported side effects. I am 81 and in good health. My BP tends to be in the low 100s over 60s. (109/65) I have been taking beta...

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Q: I have atherosclerosis with a renal artery stent. Will RESPeRATE, along with medications and life-style changes, help with the hypertension caused by this condition?

A: RESPeRATE has been proven in clinical studies to lower high blood pressure when used regularly. There is no reason to...

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Q: While the RESPeRATE is marketed for lowering blood pressure, will it also work as a bio-feedback device? I am thinking of using it in terms of relaxation techniques for reduction of chronic migraine.

A: In his book, Chronic Headaches, Jonothan Borkum includes slow paced breathing...

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Q: I have Thalassemia minor. I’ve been told NOT to take Iron supplements but my doctor insists this is not true. Please advise.

A: Thalassemia minor is an inherited blood disease that effects the production of hemoglobulin. Presumably your doctor has checked your blood levels of...

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Q: What natural substance can be used for pain relief?

A: Ice and/or heat are natural pain relievers. Ice has an anti-inflammatory effect and heat helps with relaxation. Often ice and heat are used alternatively to get the benefit of both effects. For example, with a...

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