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Q: I am 56yr old female who was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis 9 years ago. I was given 150mg Venlafexine for depression and then about 6 months ago it was increased to 300mg daily. I have a gut feeling that the increase of this drug...
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Q: I would like to calibrate my blood pressure monitor. Is it a good idea to use a digital barometer for doing this? I would then correct the readings given by the monitor, against the readings given by the barometer. I live at the...
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Q: How does alcohol abuse cause high blood pressure?
A: While one to two drinks a day may help lower pressure, more than that can cause problems. Heavy drinking interferes with the blood flow to and from the heart. It puts a greater burden on the...
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Q: I have read several articles that recommend using Whey Protein to help lower blood pressure. However it contains the amino acids Phenylalanine and Tyrosine both which should not be used by people with high blood pressure. When I have tried to use Whey protein ...
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Q: Do you know of any connection between high blood pressure and hemochromatosis?
A: Hemochromatosis is a disease that causes the body to get too much iron. This disease can be inherited or caused by other medical problems. Untreated hemochromatosis can cause high blood pressure and...
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Q: I am 5′-8″ and 168 lbs. I had lost about 17 lbs since last October, when I started exercising more and eating healthier. I currently exercise 4 times a week (mostly cardio, some weights). Why has my blood pressure gone up...
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Q: I have gone vegan and my blood pressure has dropped. My systolic has dropped 30 points and my diastolic has dropped 8 points. Is it the protein or fat in my diet that causes the high pressure?
A: In general, vegetarians have lower blood pressure...
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Q: Dr.Rowena why was it 20 yrs or so ago that the guidelines for optimum blood pressure was 140/90 and this was acceptable. Now it is 120/80 and they might even lower it more? Is it the big pharmaceutical companies that control...
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Q: My job means that I look upwards all day. Would this action increase my blood pressure? I also use my arms above head height.
A: To my knowledge there are no studies showing that frequent upward gazing and having your arms above your head during...
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Q: I have taken Ramiprill 5mg for two years now. Apart from the weight gain I’m ok on it but since i started with this drug i keep having chest infections e.g. bronchitis. Could Ramiprill be causing this?
A: It is possible Ramipril has suppressed your...
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