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Had Orthostatic Hypertension, Felt Dizzy, Nausea. BP High. What Does This Indicates?
I typically have BP of 140/85. For years have had occasional orthostatic hypertension for a few minutes if I rise up out of bed too quickly but passes. Last night, for no apparent reason except I turned around quickly, I suddenly felt dizzy, nauseaus, lightheaded... went to sleep feeling a bit better, but still naueous. THis AM I woke up feeling nauseous still, and body was shaky (not lightheaded). Still feeling that way 5 hours later. BP taken by an MD in my office 2x is running about 180/110... Could run to the ER and spend $$$$, but unclear that this is necessary. Thoughts?
Mon, 15 Apr 2013
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You have not stated your age, gender, personal habits, family history or co-morbidities
Symptoms even after several hours need examination and investigation - arrhythmia, transient ischemia and others need consideration...
BP of 180/110 needs investigation and management.
Go to the ER - better be safe than sorry
Take care
Wishing speedy recovery
God bless
Good luck
Welcome to Health Care Magic
You have not stated your age, gender, personal habits, family history or co-morbidities
Symptoms even after several hours need examination and investigation - arrhythmia, transient ischemia and others need consideration...
BP of 180/110 needs investigation and management.
Go to the ER - better be safe than sorry
Take care
Wishing speedy recovery
God bless
Good luck
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