Constant Elevated Blood Pressure, Possible Adrenal Problem?
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Hi everyone,
I've had constantly elevated blood pressure for about a year now, maybe a little more. I also frequently get headaches, have sweating spells, and feel anxious.
My doctor did a blood test on me, which came back normal, because she suspected it was hyperthyroidism at first. I also had an EKG done, which came back normal. I'm only 21 years old, and my doctor doesn't really know what to do with me, because I shouldn't have high blood pressure at this age.
I posted here, because I'm wondering if I could possibly have an adrenal disorder or adrenal tumor. My next step is to see an internist.
My great grandmother also had Neurofibromatosis 1 skin pigmentation, and I read that I could be more susceptible to an adrenal tumor because of it.
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cool_catalan Haileyb26
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courtnay26 Haileyb26
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Hi
Well I don't know why youd have high blood pressure
But high blood pressure is usually connected to heart problems
Or artery problems caused by arterial plaque
Arterial plaque is caused by cholesterol
And saturated fats
Products like meats and cheeses can cause this
That would be where to start
Then medications, are you taking medications , etc...
courtnay26 Haileyb26
Posted
To see if they are clear
Also there are mamy fruits, vegetables
That can naturally reduce blood pressure
Try organic juices like blueberry
ginger22 Haileyb26
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Hi Hailey,
You seem to know something about adrenal disorders. You are young for Conn's syndrome, a disease of the adrenal glands which causes hypertension. But it may be possible. It is also called hyperaldosteronism. There are tests that can be done. You are right to suggest it to your doctor.
One way to lower BP is to keep your salt/sodium intake to a very minimum and see if that makes a difference.
The problem with trying to treat hypertension with various antihypertensives is that the ones which work for conditions other than Conn's are not effective for adrenal disorders. And not all adrenal disorders are treated by sodium restriction.
I finally had my Conn's syndrome diagnosed about 7 years ago after a lifetime of sodium intolerance and hypertension. My BP dropped 75 points after my left adrenal gland was removed along with its large cyst. It was too late to cure/prevent the hypertension completely because more than 50 years of undiagnosed Conn's had brought me into second stage kidney failure. Conn's was not even discovered until 1956 -- when I was 16 years old.
My hypertension is much better now but I still must keep my sodium intake below 7-800 mg/day. I count the sodium mg in my daily food like some people count calories. There are medications which help but I have other
conditions make them inadvisable.
You are very wise to search for the cause at such a young age. The wrong diagnosis can lead to even more
problems. Good luck. Be persistent.
ginger22 Haileyb26
Posted
Hi Hailey,
You seem to know something about adrenal disorders. You are young for Conn's syndrome, a disease of the adrenal glands which causes hypertension. But it may be possible. It is also called hyperaldosteronism. There are tests that can be done. You are right to suggest it to your doctor.
One way to lower BP is to keep your salt/sodium intake to a very minimum and see if that makes a difference.
The problem with trying to treat hypertension with various antihypertensives is that the ones which work for conditions other than Conn's are not effective for adrenal disorders. And not all adrenal disorders are treated by sodium restriction.
I finally had my Conn's syndrome diagnosed about 7 years ago after a lifetime of sodium intolerance and hypertension. My BP dropped 75 points after my left adrenal gland was removed along with its large cyst. It was too late to cure/prevent the hypertension completely because more than 50 years of undiagnosed Conn's had brought me into second stage kidney failure. Conn's was not even discovered until 1956 -- when I was 16 years old.
My hypertension is much better now but I still must keep my sodium intake below 7-800 mg/day. I count the sodium mg in my daily food like some people count calories. There are medications which help but I have other
conditions which make them inadvisable.
You are very wise to search for the cause at such a young age. The wrong diagnosis can lead to even more
problems. Good luck. Be persistent.
courtnay26 Haileyb26
Posted
Hopefully they will check your pituitary and
Cortisol levels
Cortisol levels can be very effective in
Finding pituitary or adrenal problems