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What Should Be Done If There Is Variation In BP In A Person Who Suffered From COPD?
My husband suffered a copd, 10months ago, we found out some blockage in his heart and 4stents were placed.. He suffered major heart attack some 4months ago which also affected his kidney, it was said to be a complication which arise from his type 2 diabetes.
my question is, nowadays, his bp and , pulse rate and sugar are generally on its normal range but 2x to 3x a week bp is getting very high reading of 153/97 and the likes, should that be seriously alarming? What should we do when his bp is this high?
my question is, nowadays, his bp and , pulse rate and sugar are generally on its normal range but 2x to 3x a week bp is getting very high reading of 153/97 and the likes, should that be seriously alarming? What should we do when his bp is this high?
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Sat, 15 Mar 2014
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Yes, You should consider it as alarming. Because your husbands body is fully compromised. There are many possibilities by which blood pressure is arising in your husband. You should go with sodium nitro prusside which decrease the bp instantly. But before that you should consult the nearby physician, because detailed history and physical examination is must in your case before initiation of treatment. Thnx
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