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Is Blood Pressure Of 164/91 A Cause For Concern?
Question: t 24 hourtMy blood pressure was 164 over 91 on the right arm, 161 over 85 on the left arm. I am weak, hot and cold. My blood sugar 135, this is since the last hour.
Brief Answer:
I would explain as follows:
Detailed Answer:
Hello!
Welcome back on HCM!
Regarding your concern, I would explain that these differences in blood pressure values between the two arms are quite normal (related to the anatomy of the blood vessels).
Anyway, your actual blood pressure values are above the normal ranges, but they do not explain your symptomatology.
So, I would recommend investigating for other possible causes underlying your symptoms:
- thyroid dysfunction
- or a viral infection
- an adverse effect of ropinirole
- adverse effect related to zolpidem (this drug should not be taken for a long time because it can cause addiction and tolerance)
- anxiety.
If this situation persists, I recommend going to the ER for a careful physical exam and some tests:
- a chest X ray study
- a resting ECG
- complete blood count
- thyroid hormone levels
- blood electrolytes for possible imbalance
- kidney and liver function tests.
You should discuss with your doctor on the above issues.
Hope you will find this answer helpful!
Kind regards,
Dr. Iliri
I would explain as follows:
Detailed Answer:
Hello!
Welcome back on HCM!
Regarding your concern, I would explain that these differences in blood pressure values between the two arms are quite normal (related to the anatomy of the blood vessels).
Anyway, your actual blood pressure values are above the normal ranges, but they do not explain your symptomatology.
So, I would recommend investigating for other possible causes underlying your symptoms:
- thyroid dysfunction
- or a viral infection
- an adverse effect of ropinirole
- adverse effect related to zolpidem (this drug should not be taken for a long time because it can cause addiction and tolerance)
- anxiety.
If this situation persists, I recommend going to the ER for a careful physical exam and some tests:
- a chest X ray study
- a resting ECG
- complete blood count
- thyroid hormone levels
- blood electrolytes for possible imbalance
- kidney and liver function tests.
You should discuss with your doctor on the above issues.
Hope you will find this answer helpful!
Kind regards,
Dr. Iliri
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