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What Causes Uncontrolled Hypertension?

my husband suffers from high blood pressure. 0n medication to control. losing weight and eating right. 3 weeks ago it spiked to 145/160 Doctor doubled his med's 2 weeks ago. Last night his blood pressure is 162/200. No stressors that would justify the change What could be happening??
Thu, 26 Oct 2017
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Hello there. I have read through your question and can understand your concern. Your husband seems to be having high diastolic pressure which definitely needs to be investigated. there are many reasons of high blood pressure like atherosclerosis [hardening of arteries], kidney disorders, diabetes or thyroid disorders. i would suggest you to get the following investigations done for your husband.
1. EKG
2.Kidney function tests
3. chest X ray
4. Thyroid function test
i hope that answers your question. Pls feel free to write if you have any further queries.
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What Causes Uncontrolled Hypertension?

Hello there. I have read through your question and can understand your concern. Your husband seems to be having high diastolic pressure which definitely needs to be investigated. there are many reasons of high blood pressure like atherosclerosis [hardening of arteries], kidney disorders, diabetes or thyroid disorders. i would suggest you to get the following investigations done for your husband. 1. EKG 2.Kidney function tests 3. chest X ray 4. Thyroid function test i hope that answers your question. Pls feel free to write if you have any further queries.