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Q: Rapid changes in blood pressure
asked by: jj4960 on April 17th, 2009
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38 year old male, 5'9" and 145 lbs. - Lately when I take my blood pressure, I notice large changes with each passing minute. For example, I sat down and two minutes later I took my blood pressure. It was 155/88 with a pulse of 87. I waited a minute, took it again, and it was 135/78 with a pulse of 78. I took it a third time and it was 124/78 with a pulse of 73. Should I be worried about high blood pressure? This has happened twice over the past two days. Should I sit longer before taking my initial bp? I do suffer from anxiety attacks, and this could also have something to do with it. Any advice would be greatly appreciated.
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norx
replied on April 27th, 2009
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Blood pressure rises for most people after exercise, so if you have been even just walking briskly before you take your blood pressure it could cause the temporary increase.
A few other things to watch out for are ibuprofen, caffeine and decongestants as these can also increase blood pressure temporarily.
Your anxiety attacks may very well be the source, but if you are concerned don't hesitate to call your doctor!
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