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Suggest Treatment For Fluctuating BP Readings And Knee Pain

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Posted on Fri, 11 Dec 2015
Question: I monitor my BP regularly-- Typicaly it is 120/75 --Yesterday & today it well elevated. 180/90. I am medicated with Hydroclorothiazide, Amlodipine and metropolil for pressure and well as Ace inhibitor beta blocker etc. I have had bypass about 14 years ago. I have pain on my knee which I believe is unrelated.. Difficult to reach my Dr. Am I a candidate for emergency room treatment
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Answered by Dr. Ivo Ditah (51 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Not right away. Monitor the BP again and only seek help if it persists!

Detailed Answer:
Hi and thank you so much for this query.

I am so sorry to hear about this increased blood pressure. It is certainly a cause of concern but not serious enough to warrant an ER visit at this time. I believe the knee pain is contributing to this as pain is also a cause for increased blood pressure. For now, take Tylenol and Ibuprofen for the pains, monitor your blood pressure and only seek further care if this stays elevate or increases beyond 180/90.

I hope this helps and addresses your query fully. I wish you well and feel free to ask for more information and clarifications if need be.
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Suggest Treatment For Fluctuating BP Readings And Knee Pain

Brief Answer: Not right away. Monitor the BP again and only seek help if it persists! Detailed Answer: Hi and thank you so much for this query. I am so sorry to hear about this increased blood pressure. It is certainly a cause of concern but not serious enough to warrant an ER visit at this time. I believe the knee pain is contributing to this as pain is also a cause for increased blood pressure. For now, take Tylenol and Ibuprofen for the pains, monitor your blood pressure and only seek further care if this stays elevate or increases beyond 180/90. I hope this helps and addresses your query fully. I wish you well and feel free to ask for more information and clarifications if need be.