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Why Is BP High? Is It Related To Kidney Infection? Opinion?
I have no idea why my blood pressure is high. I went to the doctors yesterday at it was 158/100. They put me on water pills for 3 weeks and a low sodium diet . The thing is, I think maybe it could be an underlying issue. Six months ago when i went, it was 112/86. My diet hasnt change too much (I eat fairly healthy), but i only exercise once or twice every two weeks. I am not overweight .. 5 125lb. I have been on birth control for about 3 years. I also have experienced a kidney infection (of both kidneys) and a few uti s. I want to make my bp isn t because of some kind of kidney problem, or possibly diabetes (my grandfather has type 1). What are your opinions?
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Sun, 23 Sep 2012
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You are recently detected Hypertension so you will be required it to moniter carefully,as you pointed out at least regular use of birth control pill for 3 years? may contribute to high BP if not the cause of high BP,another thing is kidney problems so you must check renal functions and a Renal ultrasonographic examination. Use of lot of salt or analgesic may contribute to high BP.
Lack of physical activity may be another.
Salt restricted diet and regular walking exercise 3=4 km /day should improve it.
Family history of Diabetes so do not forget to check Blood sugar level twice a year.
Stop taking Oral contraceptive pills with consultation of your treating Physician.
Good Luck
Wecome to HCM,
You are recently detected Hypertension so you will be required it to moniter carefully,as you pointed out at least regular use of birth control pill for 3 years? may contribute to high BP if not the cause of high BP,another thing is kidney problems so you must check renal functions and a Renal ultrasonographic examination. Use of lot of salt or analgesic may contribute to high BP.
Lack of physical activity may be another.
Salt restricted diet and regular walking exercise 3=4 km /day should improve it.
Family history of Diabetes so do not forget to check Blood sugar level twice a year.
Stop taking Oral contraceptive pills with consultation of your treating Physician.
Good Luck
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