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Based on internet boards about nighttime spikes in BP, I've asked my doctor to order a 24 hour urine test. I'm waiting for the results.
Appreciate your response. Posted by KaceyKohl
Posted by Christopher O'Connor, MD
Whether or not this is the right approach for you should be determined by your physician.
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Posted by Christopher O'Connor, MD
Posted by Christopher O'Connor, MD
A symptomatic patient requires thoughtful workup to rule out underlying conditions and I would recommend that you promptly seek the opinion of your physician.
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Posted by Christopher O'Connor, MD
Posted by Christopher O'Connor, MD
I would definitely get checked out by your doctor since this has been happening for a few weeks. He or she can evaluate your family history and go over any medications you may be on that could possibly cause hypertension. He or she can also see if there are any health issues that might be responsible.
These are my two favorite basic hypertension articles, and I encourage you to check them out for more information.
Hypertension FAQ
Understanding High Blood Pressure
Best wishes,
Byroney Posted by Byroney_WebMD_Staff
As your message notes, there can be many components or reasons for high blood pressure. By working with your doctor, the two of you can figure out the best way to proceed. Please don't delay, since you say your blood pressure is on the rise and you have a family history of hypertension.
Here's a Hypertension FAQ that may be helpful to you. Also take a look at this article on Understanding High Blood Pressure.
Yours in health,
Byroney Posted by Byroney_WebMD_Staff
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The WebMD Health Exchange Staff Posted by Byroney_WebMD_Staff
These are very good questions, but ones that your doctor needs to answer for you. He or she knows about any other health issues you may have and can help you figure out what the best settings and exercise program would be for you.
Here's a link to our Hypertension/High Blood Pressure Center where you can find intersting and helpful information.
Yours in health,
Byroney Posted by Byroney_WebMD_Staff
Good luck! Posted by run2bhealthy4life
You might want to get the paper information insert for your medication from your pharmacist next time you're at your pharmacy and read it over carefully. Your doctor may only be aware of the major side effects and not the rarer one.
On the other hand, your doctor may be absolutely right. What you are reporting (diminished periods and spotting), IS a side effect of many brands of birth control. I'd suggest checking that information insert about your birth control, too.
Yours in health,
Byroney Posted by Byroney_WebMD_Staff
Did you check the reviews for your medication in our Drugs and Treatments Library? It may help you to get a good idea of what folks really experience when using a medication by reading the user reviews. You might also check with your doctor or pharmacist.
Yours in health,
Byroney Posted by Byroney_WebMD_Staff
If you need an immediate reply, or have an urgent issue, please speak with your doctor or phamacist.
Thank you for your patience,
Byroney Posted by Byroney_WebMD_Staff
If you don"019t have any insurance, try Find a Health Center from the HRSA. These Federally-funded health centers care for you, even if you have no health insurance. You pay what you can afford, based on your income. Also, check out these sites for the location of state and regional Free Clinics , and NeedyMed"019s Free and Low-Cost Clinics which may have something in your area to help (remember, these are not WebMD sites, and we cannot guarantee content).
Remember that many blood pressure medications that are available as generics for as little as $4 for a 30 day supply. That means once you see a doctor, the monthly treatment may be affordable.
Yours in health,
Byroney Posted by Byroney_WebMD_Staff
I later discovered that the siezure was the result of undiagnosed and dangerously high blood pressure as well as a prescription medication and genetics, all of which combined to lower my siezure threshold.
It took them a while to get my blood pressure under control but I did not need my machine and cuff to tell me when it was climbing. The higher my blood pressure got, the worse my migraine became.
I went to the hospital for help on one occasion and the doctor was so desperate to get my pressure down that he gave me nitroglycerin. That changed my nauseatingly painful migraine into one with blinding pain and vomiting but my blood pressure returned to normal. Unfortunately, it shot up two more times during that night, which meant more nitroglycerin and more blinding pain and vomiting. Thank God for Demerol and Gravol!
My dentist also informed me that I had temporomandibular joint (TMJ) syndrome, which means that one side of my jaw was pulling the other out of position. My migraines disappeared completely after she prescribed an appliance to wear every night, which prevented clenching and returned my jaw to its proper position. I cannot describe the relief I felt when I realized that my migraines were gone.
My advice would be for you to purchase a blood pressure machine and cuff so you can check your pressure a few times every day. Keep a log of all your readings as well as anything else you think might be relevant such as how you are feeling, what you have been Posted by Abyssinia
I have med controlled hypertension. No exercise (Sarcoidosis). My cardiologist recommends just plain Zyrtec, without the D. Posted by SereneIrene
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