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Q: Are there any negative consequences of a large gap between systolic and diastolic pressure? My systolic averages 150 and diastolic 60. I take Diovan 16mg in the morning and Bystolic mg at night.
A: The difference between your systolic pressure and your diastolic pressure is...
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Q: Being a plumber I cannot help but think of the heart and cardiovascular system as a pump attached to a lot of pipes. Could you lower your B.P. simply by donating or removing blood from the system on a regular
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Q: Three weeks ago, I changed my diet to reduce sodium intake. In retrospect, I probably reduced from over 30 grams to around 10 grams. How long will it take for me to see results on my blood pressure?
A: You may not see any...
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Q: I had a stroke one year ago Dec. will I have to be on Plavix for the rest of my life?
A: You need to discuss this further with your doctor. If your stroke was the result of a clot coming from your heart, thinning...
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Q: Is it normal for a person with pacemaker to experience hypertension?
A: A pacemaker helps your heart to pump more effectively by controlling your heart beat. This should not cause high blood pressure. You need to be evaluated by your doctor.
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Q: Can high BP cause a high pulse rate?
A: Generally speaking, when the heart beats faster, blood pressure goes up. However, when blood vessels expand to accommodate the increase in blood volume leaving the heart, blood pressure does not rise. This is what happens when...
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Q: Will using the RESPeRATE cause palpitations?
A: Effortless breathing exercises such as those guided by the RESPeRATE should not cause your heart to beat abnormally. If you are experiencing heart palpitations or feel your heart is beating stronger than normal, you might be putting too...
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Q: Is high blood pressure passed down from your parents? My father has high blood pressure and has had 2 strokes and 1 heart attack. Am I at a high risk too?
A: Yes. A family history of high blood pressure and heart disease increases an...
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Q: I recently had a stroke. How can I keep my blood pressure normal? What is normal anyway? Can RESPeRATE help me now?
A: The RESPeRATE may help, however, it was not tested after a stroke in its clinical trials. Only your personal doctor knows your...
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Q: Can high blood pressure cause heart palpitations?
A: High blood pressure may be associated with palpitations or irregular heartbeats. The type of irregularity and specific cause can vary. All irregular heartbeats should be evaluated by a physician.
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