Uncontrolled hypertension and diabetes
Written by: Dr. Rowena | Posted: Aug 28 2009
Q: I am taking BP medicines Natrilix SR, cardiovas 12.5 mg and amlopress L and my BP is not stabilised. For diabetes I am taking diamicron MR 60 and glucomet-1gm twice daily and my blood sugar level is not controlled. My fasting blood sugar is about 200. What do you suggest?
A: It appears that you do not have your diabetes or high blood pressure in control. Make sure you are following all of your doctor’s instructions, including any recommended life style and dietary changes. Also, make a follow-up appointment with your doctor to discuss additional interventions.
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Written by: Dr. Rowena | Posted: Jan 21 2008
Q: How often should I take my blood pressure measurements? Every day or once a week? Morning or Night?
A: How often you need to take your blood pressure depends upon many factors including whether you have pre-hypertension, controlled hypertension, or uncontrolled hypertension. Ask your doctor how frequently you need to be monitored. Early morning high blood pressure has been associated with a greater risk of stroke.
Tags: how to measure blood pressure, Measuring Your BP, morning hypertension, pre-hypertension, stroke, uncontrolled high blood pressure, uncontrolled hypertension, when to take blood pressureAre there any natural ways to cure left ventricle wall thickness?
Written by: Dr. Rowena | Posted: Oct 19 2007
Q: Are there natural ways to cure left ventricle wall thickness or do I need to go on medication?
A: An increase in the thickness of the muscle in the left side of the heart (left ventricular hypertrophy) is the result of a health problem. The heart muscle gets bigger because the underlying disease makes it work harder. Left ventricular hypertrophy is not cured; the disease creating the problem must be treated to prevent further hypertrophy and heart failure. Chronically uncontrolled hypertension is one of the leading causes of left ventricular hypertrophy. A natural treatment for high blood pressure is regular use of the RESPeRATE.
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Written by: Dr. Rowena | Posted: Aug 09 2007
Q: Are nosebleeds a symptom of high diastolic BP?
A: Poorly controlled hypertension has been associated with nosebleeds. An association with an event is not the same as a symptom. There is not the same cause and effect relationship. Most people with high blood pressure do not have symptoms. Frequent nosebleeds need to be evaluated by a doctor.
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Written by: Dr. Rowena | Posted: Aug 03 2007
Q: Is hypertension a condition that worsens over time?
A: Untreated, hypertension can lead to a heart attack, stroke, and death. It certainly can get worse with time. Pre-hypertension leads to hypertension if corrective action, such as life style changes, is not taken.
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