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What Makes The Oncologist Prescribed 6 BP Medications Along With 8gm Salt?
Hi, I have a 77 yr old relative who has had a brain tumor removed. Prior to the surgery, she was on 2 blood pressure medicines. After the surgery, the oncologist has placed her on 6 blood pressure medicines and is supplementing her with 8 grams of salt per day. This seems to be counter productive and is very concerning to our entire family. Any thoughts on why this would be the protocol chosen?
Wed, 11 Feb 2015
Hi, dear
I have gone through your question. I can understand your concern.
You may have high blood pressure. Taking salt and antihypertensive medicine both looks slightly controversial. But you may need some salt. You should check your blood pressure. Drugs depends on level of blood pressure and other factors. Please send me your blood pressure reading and all antihypertensive medicine name. So tat I can help you further.
Thanks for using health care magic. Wish you a very good health.
I have gone through your question. I can understand your concern.
You may have high blood pressure. Taking salt and antihypertensive medicine both looks slightly controversial. But you may need some salt. You should check your blood pressure. Drugs depends on level of blood pressure and other factors. Please send me your blood pressure reading and all antihypertensive medicine name. So tat I can help you further.
Thanks for using health care magic. Wish you a very good health.
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