Hot flashes and blood pressure
Written by: Dr. Rowena | Posted: Feb 10 2010
Q: My blood pressure is high when I have hot flashes associated with menopause. Why is that happening?
A: Hot flashes have been associated with an increase in systolic blood pressure. The reason for this has not yet been determined. Menopause is a time of change. As more medical studies are performed on this phase of life in women, perhaps an answer will be found.
Tags: blood pressure, hot flash, hot flashes, menopause, Pregnancy & Menopause, systolic blood pressureHormones and blood pressure
Written by: Dr. Rowena | Posted: Jun 17 2009
Q: Is there any such thing as hormonal hypertension? I am perimenopausal, and last year I was told that I had high blood pressure. I started monitoring it daily as well as incorporating the DASH diet and exercise and the doctor said that I would not have to take any meds. But I’ve noticed that a few weeks before my cycle, my pressure seems elevated.
A: Female hormones are a factor in high blood pressure. It has been known for years that birth control pills can cause high blood pressure During perimenopause, hormone levels change and many women experience symptoms such as weight gain and hot flashes. Both weight gain and hot flashes have been associated with an increase in blood pressure.
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