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Q: If a Patient has Fibromyalgia, can it cause erratic BP readings on a daily basis and corresponding symptoms?
A: Blood pressure is not constant. The level varies depending upon ones activity level. Blood pressure that is 140/90 or greater should be treated. Blood pressure that...
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Q: Does your blood pressure and heart rate rise or fall during a stroke? If so, why does it do this?
A: Blood pressure may be high during a stroke. However, it is possible to have a stroke with normal blood pressure.
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Q: Does asthma increase blood pressure?
A: Certain medicines used to treat asthma can raise blood pressure. Treating any disease is not without the risk of creating another problem. As a result some people end up taking drugs to combat the effect of another drug they...
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Q: I am an asthmatic who has had a series of bad chest infections and numerous courses of antibiotics over the last 3 months. I have now discovered that my blood pressure is high – recent readings from 146/77 to 162/88. Should I start asking...
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Q: I had 2 Transient ischemic attacks. I have heard that I am a high risk for a stroke. What can I do to prevent a stroke?
A: Make sure your blood pressure is in good control and have a healthy lifestyle. Take all medications as...
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Q: Recently I have been experiencing bad headaches and my blood pressure has been really high even though I have been put on meds to help with this what could cause this bad headaches?
A: If you are over 50 with new onset headaches, you need...
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Q: Why does my blood pressure go up when I’m sick?
A: The pain associated with an illness can increase blood pressure. Often the drugs people take to make them feel better are the cause. Pain killers such as Advil, Motrin, and Aleve can increase blood...
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Q: I have high calcium – hyperparathyroidism- does this affect high blood pressure? My pressure is extremely high
A: Hyperparathyroidism is associated with high blood pressure. I am sure your doctor is trying to get both your hyperparathyroidism and blood pressure in control. To learn...
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Q: Can I get a stroke or heart attack from erratic blood pressure? I’m suffering from severe depression and anxiety of which I’m getting treatment. I take Doxazosin and Exforge for the BP and Prevastin which keeps my cholesterol low.
A: You can get a heart attack or...
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Q: I have a very slow heart rate from 60+years of jogging. Lately, I’ve started to get an irregular heart beat. My doctor says the only cure is to get a pacemaker. Is there any other less drastic way to correct?
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