Transient leg and arm tingling
Written by: Dr. Rowena | Posted: Jan 28 2008
Q: My legs and arms feel tingly for a few seconds and then it goes away. I notice it upon waking up in the morning most often. Could this have anything to do with my fluctuating BP?
A: Transient leg and arm tingling could be a warning sign of an impending stroke, especially if it is associated with an early morning elevation of blood pressure. This needs to be evaluated, as soon as possible, by a physician.
Tags: Blood Pressure & Hypertension, elevated blood pressure, fluctuating blood pressure, high blood pressure, hypertension, morning hypertension, signs of stroke, stroke, tingling, transient tinglingLight headed and fluctuating blood pressure
Written by: Dr. Rowena | Posted: Sep 10 2007
Q: My BP fluctuates but in the last 4 weeks I have felt light headed and I lose balance. Could this be an effect of high BP?
A: Blood pressure is not constant throughout the day. Fluctuation within the normal range occurs based upon your activity. Wide swings and elevated pressures need to be evaluated by your physician. Light headedness and loss of balance can be signs of serious disease.
Tags: Blood Pressure & Hypertension, elevated blood pressure, fluctuating blood pressure, hypertension, light headedness, loss of balance, mood swings, RESPeRATE
