Q: Is there any such thing as hormonal hypertension? I am perimenopausal, and last year I was told that I had high blood pressure. I started monitoring it daily as well as incorporating the DASH diet and exercise and the doctor said that I would not have to take any meds. But I’ve noticed that a few weeks before my cycle, my pressure seems elevated.
A: Female hormones are a factor in high blood pressure. It has been known for years that birth control pills can cause high blood pressure During perimenopause, hormone levels change and many women experience symptoms such as weight gain and hot flashes. Both weight gain and hot flashes have been associated with an increase in blood pressure.
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