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Does A Pacemaker Cause Elevated Blood Pressure Levels?

I have a pacemaker and ICD as the result of VT that occurred after a period of magnesium depletion. I ordinarily have had low to normal bp— the envy of most. But now I record bp of 140/90 occasionally. Can this be the result of my pacemaker? The doc originally thought I had sick sinus syndrom and installed a pacemaker. But when I had my second VT, the pacer captured the information and revealed I needed a ICD. I also underwent a successful ablation. I’m not convinced I now need the pm especially since I my EP said I DONT have sss.

posted on Thu, 9 Aug 2018

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Thu, 4 Oct 2018 Answered on

Thu, 4 Oct 2018 Last reviewed on

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Internal Medicine Specialist, Dr. Dr. Penchila Prasad Kandikattu's Response

Hi,

Pacemaker won't cause elevation of blood pressure. Elevation of blood pressure may be due to salt intake or insufficient anti-hypertensive drug intake or secondary hypertension. So please consult your cardiologist/ physician they will examine and treat you accordingly.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Penchila Prasad Kandikattu,
Internal Medicine Specialist

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Does A Pacemaker Cause Elevated Blood Pressure Levels?

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