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Can Nocturnal Hypertension Predict Cardiovascular Risk?
Question: What may be the cause of nocturnal spikes in BP and very heavy heart beat?
Brief Answer:
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Detailed Answer:
Dear Sir,
It may be a result of sleep apnea or blood sugar fluctuations. I would advise you to monitor your blood shugar and get checked for sleep apnea. And talk to your doctor to increase the evening dose of your blood pressure medication.
Take care
Come back if you have any further questions
Please, find the detailed answer below
Detailed Answer:
Dear Sir,
It may be a result of sleep apnea or blood sugar fluctuations. I would advise you to monitor your blood shugar and get checked for sleep apnea. And talk to your doctor to increase the evening dose of your blood pressure medication.
Take care
Come back if you have any further questions
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Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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