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I Have Put On Alot Of Weight, I Have High Blood Pressure
Currently, I am on blood pressure meds...Diovan and Norvasc. I have put on alot of weight, which has affected my blood pressure in the last three years. This morning, I was not feeling well when I got to work (work in a healthcare setting). One of the nurses took my blood pressure and it was 158/110. Should I be concerned?
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Mon, 19 Jul 2010
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Yes / but the threat is not immediate
Pressure and weight are risk factors for heart
The dose of the drugs should be stepped up / a third drug may have to be added
Aggressive management helps
A cardiologist can assess and help further. Discuss with your doctor...
Take care
Wishing speedy recovery
God bless
Good luck
Welcome to Health Care Magic
Yes / but the threat is not immediate
Pressure and weight are risk factors for heart
The dose of the drugs should be stepped up / a third drug may have to be added
Aggressive management helps
A cardiologist can assess and help further. Discuss with your doctor...
Take care
Wishing speedy recovery
God bless
Good luck
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