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I Typically Have A Bp Of 117/68. I Have Had

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Posted on Sun, 2 Aug 2020
Question: I typically have a bp of 117/68. I have had a pounding headache which gets worse when I stand or bend over the last 17 days. I checked my bp last night because I started feeling worse and it was 145/102. Compresses and massages didnt help nor did tylenol. I decided to take my anti depression medicine early, and when I took it, within 30 mins I began pouring sweat like I was running a marathon. My bp then came down to 117/60. Today I am nauseous and tired with a slight headache and a lower dull back pain. My lower extremities have be very swollen this week
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Answered by Dr. Ilir Sharka (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
I would recommend as follows:

Detailed Answer:
Hello!

Welcome to Ask a Doctor service!

I passed carefully through your question and would explain that your symptoms could be related to high blood pressure values.

Anxiety can mimic this situation too.

Coming to this point I would recommend you to closely monitor your blood pressure values ( in sitting position after 10min of total relax) frequently during the day in the next days.

If your blood pressure values are high ( above 125/85mm Hg), you should consult with your doctor for a physical exam and some tests (complete blood count, PCR, ESR, thyroid hormone levels, blood electrolytes, kidney and liver function tests).

Hope you will find this answer helpful !

I remain at your disposal for any further questions whenever you need !

Kind regards,

Dr.Ilir Sharka, Cardiologist


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I Typically Have A Bp Of 117/68. I Have Had

Brief Answer: I would recommend as follows: Detailed Answer: Hello! Welcome to Ask a Doctor service! I passed carefully through your question and would explain that your symptoms could be related to high blood pressure values. Anxiety can mimic this situation too. Coming to this point I would recommend you to closely monitor your blood pressure values ( in sitting position after 10min of total relax) frequently during the day in the next days. If your blood pressure values are high ( above 125/85mm Hg), you should consult with your doctor for a physical exam and some tests (complete blood count, PCR, ESR, thyroid hormone levels, blood electrolytes, kidney and liver function tests). Hope you will find this answer helpful ! I remain at your disposal for any further questions whenever you need ! Kind regards, Dr.Ilir Sharka, Cardiologist