Acute activity related onset of strong pressure in head (eyes, ears, mandibular joint) and shortness of breath. Situation generally subsides within 1 to 5 minutes with total rest, Even mild activity will renew symptoms to the point of feeling like loss of strength and consciousness is about to set in. I am mildly hypertensive (50mg HCTZ and 5mg Amlodipine q am). Age 53 Ht 5'8.5" Wt 245 lbs.