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What Causes Elevated Blood Pressure And Heart Rate?
Hi my blood pressure has been high last couple weeks when I ve checked it, on meds for blood pressure but have been very tired and last couple months,chest area feels weird like when you get anxious or excited and can feel my heart rate elevated.. Today blood pressure 180/98
Thu, 30 Mar 2023
Hi,
There can be several reasons for elevated blood pressure and heart rate. Some common causes include:
* Stress and anxiety: Stress and anxiety can cause a temporary increase in blood pressure and heart rate.
* Medications: Certain medications, such as decongestants, diet pills, and some prescription medications, can cause an increase in blood pressure and heart rate.
* Lack of exercise: Lack of exercise can lead to a sedentary lifestyle, which can cause an increase in blood pressure and heart rate.
* Diet: A diet high in sodium, fat, and cholesterol can contribute to high blood pressure and heart rate.
* Smoking: Smoking can lead to an increase in blood pressure and heart rate.
* Sleep apnea: Sleep apnea, a disorder in which breathing stops and starts during sleep, can cause an increase in blood pressure and heart rate.
It is important to talk to your doctor if you are experiencing elevated blood pressure and heart rate. They can help determine the underlying cause and develop a treatment plan.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. H. Kay, General & Family Physician
There can be several reasons for elevated blood pressure and heart rate. Some common causes include:
* Stress and anxiety: Stress and anxiety can cause a temporary increase in blood pressure and heart rate.
* Medications: Certain medications, such as decongestants, diet pills, and some prescription medications, can cause an increase in blood pressure and heart rate.
* Lack of exercise: Lack of exercise can lead to a sedentary lifestyle, which can cause an increase in blood pressure and heart rate.
* Diet: A diet high in sodium, fat, and cholesterol can contribute to high blood pressure and heart rate.
* Smoking: Smoking can lead to an increase in blood pressure and heart rate.
* Sleep apnea: Sleep apnea, a disorder in which breathing stops and starts during sleep, can cause an increase in blood pressure and heart rate.
It is important to talk to your doctor if you are experiencing elevated blood pressure and heart rate. They can help determine the underlying cause and develop a treatment plan.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. H. Kay, General & Family Physician
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