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Q: With medication, my normal BP averages 125/70. Exercising (HR 120>) causes the systolic to rise significantly while the diastolic remains the same. (Difference can be 100 points). Cause and solution?
A: With exercise, diastolic blood pressure normally does not change or just drops slightly. Systolic...
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Q: I am 75 and have always been in good shape. Lately, I am experiencing some atrial fibrillation when at rest. My heart rate is very low (low 40th) when at rest. My blood pressure at rest is usually less than 100 over 60. Should...
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Q: I am on Sular,Metatoprol XL(both generic) and Diovan, I am having trouble losing weight after a 80 lb drop, my fitness is much improved and working out and jogging several times a week, Can any of these meds hinder weight loss?
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Q: Is there a relationship between blood pressure and constipation. As I get constipation bowel pains my blood pressure spikes to. 180/190 over 95.
A: Pain from any source can cause an increase in blood pressure. Your pressure is spiking to a worrisome level....
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Q: My daughter has not been taking her meds for blood pressure. She has an appointment 5-1-12 to get meds. She has been taking organic apple cider vinegar 3 times a day. Keeping it normal. Does she really need meds....
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Q: What is the relationship between consuming eggs and hypertension? Will eating eggs regularly increase bp?
A: Eggs have gotten a bad reputation. Recent studies are suggesting that egg consumption might help lower blood pressure. Eggs are a good source of protein and are low in...
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Q: I’ve recently started working out (one of the more physical programs) and the other day I began to experience signs of energy loss, some diziness, physical weakness, and fatigue. I’ve been feeling better since I quit the routine, but I wanted to ask if...
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Q: I very strongly believe that I am heavily over-medicated. I am on Adalat90mg (Nifedipine), Metoprolol100mg, Atacand 32mg (Candesartan), Ezetrol 10mg and Aspirin 1-a-day. At 220lbs, 5’11”,and bp averaging 160/85, with no noticeable side effects, I am very worried and I strongly believe that I...
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Q: I have high blood pressure, last reading was 180/80 i am not taking any medication, is there any from of exercise that can reduce my pressure. Does smoking increase BP please advise
A: Exercise in any form will help lower your blood pressure. Walking is...
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Q: I am taking medication to lower my blood pressure and prevent auricular fibrillation. Usually my blood pressure is 110 – 140 sys and 65 – 69 dys pulse rate <60. I take regular exercise three times a week at the gym. Usually my pulse...
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