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How dangerous is High Blood Pressure?

Experts only please.

Barman;1239493 wrote: How dangerous is High Blood Pressure?

Experts only please.
I'm no expert but Mr O has high blood pressure. Very dangerous and is on heaps of meds for It.

It's incredibly dangerous if you are pregnant...

You're not are you ???

Betty Boop;1239498 wrote: It's incredibly dangerous if you are pregnant...

You're not are you ???


I will nip out and buy a test kit right now.:wah:

oscar;1239497 wrote: I'm no expert but Mr O has high blood pressure. Very dangerous and is on heaps of meds for It.


Feeling better all the time.

Barman;1239500 wrote: I will nip out and buy a test kit right now.:wah:


Be sure to let me know, I knit some fine bootee's with a matching cardigan :D

Barman;1239493 wrote: How dangerous is High Blood Pressure?

Experts only please.


Well I'm no expert, but I do have experience.



I was diagnosed with High BP a few years ago. I was prescribed some pills which I took....well....when I remembered.



Last June I was diagnosed with a heart problem which I was told was probably caused by un-diagnosed high bp. I now take daily meds. for everything.



I would say don't ignore it...take the meds and doctors advice....good luck.



Blood-pressure-(high) - Introduction

Barman;1239493 wrote: How dangerous is High Blood Pressure?

Experts only please.


It all depend if its high all the time.....

It does fluctuate which is normal with everyday stress, exercise etc.

I think the norm is 130/80.

not sure for men.

Bez;1239505 wrote: Well I'm no expert, but I do have experience.



I was diagnosed with High BP a few years ago. I was prescribed some pills which I took....well....when I remembered.



Last June I was diagnosed with a heart problem which I was told was probably caused by un-diagnosed high bp. I now take daily meds. for everything.



I would say don't ignore it...take the meds and doctors advice....good luck.



Blood-pressure-(high) - Introduction


Thanks, it was 167 over 90 at the docs this morning, that link tells me it is quite high.

Barman;1239512 wrote: Thanks, it was 167 over 90 at the docs this morning, that link tells me it is quite high.


that is really high, what did he say?

My brother-in-law is a Cardiac Surgeon. High blood pressure can kill you if not controlled. Heart Disease is the #1 cause of death in the US. most of it is caused by high blood pressure. It is one of the most controllable diseases out there. Medication today for HBP are amazing and anyone with HBP should be on them. It is exactly what it sound like it is a condition where the blood circulates through the arteries with too much force. High blood pressure tires the heart, harms the arteries. Please don't leave high blood pressure unchecked and uncontrolled your are playing with your life.

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Heart disease: 631,636

Cancer: 559,888

Stroke (cerebrovascular diseases): 137,119

Chronic lower respiratory diseases: 124,583

Accidents (unintentional injuries): 121,599

Diabetes: 72,449

Alzheimer's disease: 72,432

Influenza and Pneumonia: 56,326

Nephritis, nephrotic syndrome, and nephrosis: 45,344

Septicemia: 34,234

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Odie;1239516 wrote: that is really high, what did he say?


She was quite surprised in the jump from 145 over 70 something two weeks ago.

I was to go back next week but i am on holiday, the doc did look quite concerned and even asked me if i felt ok.

I have to return the day i get back from my holiday.

Barman;1239519 wrote: She was quite surprised in the jump from 145 over 70 something two weeks ago.

I was to go back next week but i am on holiday, the doc did look quite concerned and even asked me if i felt ok.

I have to return the day i get back from my holiday.


I'm surprised they didn't send you away with a machine to record your pressure over 24-48 hours. I'm sure they've suggested this for when you return though. Don't go stressing over it and making the situation worse though will you. Some people's blood pressure rises just at the thought of having it taken too.

Barman;1239493 wrote: How dangerous is High Blood Pressure?

Experts only please.
Been reading Jimbos posts again haven't you?:sneaky:

YZGI;1239525 wrote: Been reading Jimbos posts again haven't you?:sneaky:


Dont point him in this direction will you.:wah:

before i tell you how bad that is

two questions

1 have you written a will

2 am i in it



its been nice knowing you buddy :(:(







:D

farmer giles;1239533 wrote: before i tell you how bad that is

two questions

1 have you written a will

2 am i in it



its been nice knowing you buddy :(:(









:D


Tosser:yh_rotfl

Barman;1239519 wrote: She was quite surprised in the jump from 145 over 70 something two weeks ago.

I was to go back next week but i am on holiday, the doc did look quite concerned and even asked me if i felt ok.

I have to return the day i get back from my holiday.


did you feel stressed, anxious, aggravated or pumped up while there?

Odie;1239547 wrote: did you feel stressed, anxious, aggravated or pumped up while there?




Not in the least. I was expecting everything to be fine and then toddle of on my way. Bit of a shocker to be told that.

Blood Pressure is a silent killer.....by saying that I mean some of us dont know our pressure is up and it does kill if you dont get it under control:(

Make sure you go back to get it retested and best of luck:D

If your doctor was concerned he/she should have kept you there to see if went down when your were rested. Your top is a tiny bit high your bottom is normal.

Link to a site with a easy to understand chart that explains the top and bottom readings of your blood pressure.

Blood Pressure Chart - Normal Blood Pressure Range

[QUOTE]145 over 70[/QUOTE]

CARLA;1239568 wrote: If your doctor was concerned he/she should have kept you there to see if went down when your were rested. Your top is a tiny bit high your bottom is normal.

Link to a site with a easy to understand chart that explains the top and bottom readings of your blood pressure.

Blood Pressure Chart - Normal Blood Pressure Range


That was 2 weeks ago, today it was 167 over 90.

Barman;1239573 wrote: That was 2 weeks ago, today it was 167 over 90.


White Coat syndrome?

Bryn Mawr;1239594 wrote: White Coat syndrome?


No chance of that Bryn.

Barman;1239598 wrote: No chance of that Bryn.


I've known it in a couple of workmates - the round the clock monitor showed that both of them had normal blood pressure until they approached the Doctor's surgery when it went through the roof (one to the extent of 196/130).

im no expert but ive had high bp for about 5yrs now, GET IT CHECKED, is my advise it can lead to heart attack,stroke,anurisms(pardon the spelling)and many other problems including the one i fear the most erectile dysfunction.

so do get it checked bro its serious.

hope that helpedD

Thats high i hope your on medication if not you may need to be. Uncontrolled HBP is dangerous and can easily be controlled with medication they work great.

[QUOTE]That was 2 weeks ago, today it was 167 over 90.[/QUOTE]

Barman;1239493 wrote: How dangerous is High Blood Pressure?

Experts only please.




VERY serious.

I would be getting it checked again asap.

Yes I do want to scare you because I want you to get it checked again soon.

Just back from the docs, 174/ 105. Have to go back at noon today to see some other doctor who is going to give me a going over of some type.

Test on hols last week came out at 170/94 so gradually climbing.

I hope everything goes well :-4

Barman;1245142 wrote: Just back from the docs, 174/ 105. Have to go back at noon today to see some other doctor who is going to give me a going over of some type.

Test on hols last week came out at 170/94 so gradually climbing.


My dad has high BP, he is a nightmare for the following:-

Red wine

Cheese

and salt on everything!

Highly saturated foods

Overworking

Being overweight

He has managed to get it down by severly cutting back on the above, dieting and learning how to switch off. He also go's for long walks with my mum.

He said his cat relaxes him quite a bit, and loves reading with him on his lap.

He is only 64 and I do worry that he will get really ill through it. His mother died of a stroke at 83, it was awful to see.

Have your BP taken as much as poss and look after yourself.

Barman;1245142 wrote: Just back from the docs, 174/ 105. Have to go back at noon today to see some other doctor who is going to give me a going over of some type.

Test on hols last week came out at 170/94 so gradually climbing.


this is what I do before going to my doctors, as when I am there, I always feel anxious and uptight.......so yes, its always high.

I to my local pharmacy and use their free machine myself.

I don`t take it right away.. I sit there until my heart rate goes down and I learn to relax through deep breathing in and out......

plus I know when it will read high, to much running around stresses me out.

smoking 30 minutes before will raise my blood pressure

caffeine does the same.



then I take it again....if its still high.......I relax one more time and do it.

do this 2x only.....if you do it more you do become anxious.



if its still high, I go home and just relax....but I will also start walking as that does lower it.



then I go back the next day and its gone back to normal..

if it doesn`t..........then I see my doctor

Something is up keep on them till they find it. I'm 62 my blood pressure with medication is 110/68. Your's is high and something is cause it could be Pulmonary, vascular, arteries, and your thyroid whatever it is make them do every darn test they have.



[QUOTE]Just back from the docs, 174/ 105. Have to go back at noon today to see some other doctor who is going to give me a going over of some type.

Test on hols last week came out at 170/94 so gradually climbing.[/QUOTE]

CARLA;1246593 wrote: Something is up keep on them till they find it. I'm 62 my blood pressure with medication is 110/68. Your's is high and something is cause it could be Pulmonary, vascular, arteries, and your thyroid whatever it is make them do every darn test they have.


I was going to wait till next Tuesday before i posted again.

I had it taken 3 times by the doc on Tuesday, got kept in cos it was rather high. Each occasion it was the same 178/105. Used digital and the old fashioned pump thingy.

So Friday they took 3 tubes of blood to send for tests, i get the results on Tuesday.

Meanwhile I have been banned alcohol, cheese, caffeine etc, the normal stuff.

Had a machine at home for a week, same results, bit of a pain in the arse to be honest.

Bit of an action man really, always on the go, still going to have my Sunday morning fry up, sod em.

Hopefully the blood work will show something. Ask if they tested your thyroid when you get the results if not ask them to simple test depending on your age it should be a standard test after a certain age. 3 tubes of blood means they are running many tests.



[QUOTE]I was going to wait till next Tuesday before i posted again.

I had it taken 3 times by the doc on Tuesday, got kept in cos it was rather high. Each occasion it was the same 178/105. Used digital and the old fashioned pump thingy.

So Friday they took 3 tubes of blood to send for tests, i get the results on Tuesday.

Meanwhile I have been banned alcohol, cheese, caffeine etc, the normal stuff.

Had a machine at home for a week, same results, bit of a pain in the arse to be honest.

Bit of an action man really, always on the go, still going to have my Sunday morning fry up, sod em.[/QUOTE]

CARLA;1246603 wrote: Hopefully the blood work will show something. Ask if they tested your thyroid when you get the results if not ask them to simple test depending on your age it should be a standard test after a certain age. 3 tubes of blood means they are running many tests.


Ok, i am 53, i admit it. I only feel 70 though.

:wah: Your a kid compared to me get this get to the bottom of this it is probably something simple and controllable.



[QUOTE]Ok, i am 53, i admit it. I only feel 70 though.[/QUOTE]

Many people will have elevated blood pressure when they go to the doctors office, but have normal blood pressure otherwise. It's called White Coat Syndrome. It's not unusual for blood pressure to vary under certain circumstances like stress etc. However, persistant high blood pressure can be dangerous and should be treated. Blood pressure kits with a printed digital read out that includes your heart beat rate are fairly inexpensive. Take your reading upon awakening in the morning before coffee or too much movement. Mine at that time is 110/70 (normal) and my resting heart beat is 60. Alcohol, coffee, nicotine can affect blood pressure as well as being over weight.

Lon;1246678 wrote: Many people will have elevated blood pressure when they go to the doctors office, but have normal blood pressure otherwise. It's called White Coat Syndrome. It's not unusual for blood pressure to vary under certain circumstances like stress etc. However, persistant high blood pressure can be dangerous and should be treated. Blood pressure kits with a printed digital read out that includes your heart beat rate are fairly inexpensive. Take your reading upon awakening in the morning before coffee or too much movement. Mine at that time is 110/70 (normal) and my resting heart beat is 60. Alcohol, coffee, nicotine can affect blood pressure as well as being over weight.


Thanks Lon.

I had nothing but water from midnight till 8:30 am, sat quiet and calm and still ended up with 178/105, i suppose that is why i had the machine at home.

No chance of being hyped up at the surgery.

Barman;1246597 wrote: I was going to wait till next Tuesday before i posted again.

I had it taken 3 times by the doc on Tuesday, got kept in cos it was rather high. Each occasion it was the same 178/105. Used digital and the old fashioned pump thingy.

So Friday they took 3 tubes of blood to send for tests, i get the results on Tuesday.

Meanwhile I have been banned alcohol, cheese, caffeine etc, the normal stuff.

Had a machine at home for a week, same results, bit of a pain in the arse to be honest.

Bit of an action man really, always on the go, still going to have my Sunday morning fry up, sod em.


oh see I had no idea you had the machine at home for a week.

does your doctor know your always on the go?

wishing you hope on the blood results.

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Omega-3 fatty acids and blood pressure.There is substantial evidence that omega-3 fatty acids reduce blood pressure, with a greater effect in hypertensive patients and those with high-normal blood pressure. The dose of omega-3 fatty acids required to achieve a blood pressure reduction is likely to be at least 3-4 g/day. However, the magnitude of the blood pressure change can be increased by salt restriction or when omega-3 fatty acids are incorporated into a weight reducing program. It is also highly plausible that increased omega-3 fatty acid consumption as part of a dietary change including increased consumption of fruits and vegetables, and moderation of salt intake, will confer significant cardiovascular benefit.

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Blood pressure is depends upon your daily workload.Regular exercise it helps maintain your blood pressure.

Hi..

I think daily exercise is better formula it help maintain your blood pressure ...

davidross349;1371562 wrote: Hi..

I think daily exercise is better formula it help maintain your blood pressure ...That's true for those who can exercise but it's not much use for people who because of some underlying medical condition can't exercise. It's also the case that lethargy (reluctance to exercise) is the result of becoming obese and with the number of obese people nowadays we have to understand WHY people feel the need to eat more calories than they require and are reluctant to exercise.

It's just far too easy to say "Exercise More" but what happens. People join a gym, buy all the gear, and within weeks become bored out of their minds, fed up with failing to lose weight or see any benefits, and generally fail.

Exercise is fine for those for whom it is fun and rewarding but for most people it's a useless painful waste of time and energy.

Why not use your brains instead of your brawn and apply the latest science?

Melatonin for Blood Pressure

So improving your melatonin secretion so you sleep better and longer reduces your blood pressure.

Smart folks will spend more time in bed to reduce blood pressure. The less intelligent will keep exercising.

tedhutchinson;1371691 wrote: That's true for those who can exercise but it's not much use for people who because of some underlying medical condition can't exercise. It's also the case that lethargy (reluctance to exercise) is the result of becoming obese and with the number of obese people nowadays we have to understand WHY people feel the need to eat more calories than they require and are reluctant to exercise.

It's just far too easy to say "Exercise More" but what happens. People join a gym, buy all the gear, and within weeks become bored out of their minds, fed up with failing to lose weight or see any benefits, and generally fail.

Exercise is fine for those for whom it is fun and rewarding but for most people it's a useless painful waste of time and energy.

Why not use your brains instead of your brawn and apply the latest science?

Melatonin for Blood Pressure

So improving your melatonin secretion so you sleep better and longer reduces your blood pressure.

Smart folks will spend more time in bed to reduce blood pressure. The less intelligent will keep exercising.


I couldn't agree more, I have been thinking of melatonin for me since I suggested it for an elderly friend and it works wonders for him to get rest at night. Never linked it to blood pressure! I am on bp meds and want to desperately get off of them. I got my cholesterol down for the first time in my adult life and now tackling the bp!--exercise is a struggle for me only because of lifestyle changes right now which seem to be temporary....so sleeping my weight away sounds good to me! Thanks again!

sleep would be good .....hey has anyone taken their blood pressure before.... and during having a smoke? It's astounding it goes up around 5 points.

(shrugs) well I find it interesting ....don't put medical devices in front of me I'll use em'

High blood pressure is a severe disease. It causes great damage to your body. Due to high blood pressure your brain, arteries, heart, kidney problems are generated. To control this problem, one should maintain a healthy diet and a fixed weight. One should do exercise daily.