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Is It Common To Have High BP And Pulse Rate During Strep Throat Infection?
Hello Dr, On 30th December, 2014, I was diagnosed with severe strep throat infection. During checkup Dr also mentioned high BP and pulse rate. I was prescribed amoxicilline 3 times a day/7 days. After 3 days, my condition is getting better (slowly) but high BP and pulse rate still persist. I also have headache and feel pressure on top of head. It could be psychological but I also feel dizzy. My question is- is this common to have high BP/pulse rate during strep throat infection? I am more worried for high BP than my sore throat. Will it go away? Is this induced BP that will be normal after few days? Please help with my question! Thanks!
Fri, 20 Feb 2015
Hello and thank you for your question.
It is normal to have an elevated blood pressure and pulse if you have an infection with a fever. However, this should not persist after the infection has cleared. Do no be alarmed, but if your blood pressure remains elevated then you will need to see a doctor and be treated for that.
It is normal to have an elevated blood pressure and pulse if you have an infection with a fever. However, this should not persist after the infection has cleared. Do no be alarmed, but if your blood pressure remains elevated then you will need to see a doctor and be treated for that.
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