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High blood pressure symptoms

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alison81137
alison81137

I know that high blood pressure usually causes no symptoms however has anybody had symptoms such as a strange woozy head almost like vertigo?

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    bullets alison81137

    Posted

    I don't know about vertigo, but when I first was diagnosed with high blood pressure, I had a constant feeling of being "out of the present"  "out of the conversation" like an on-looker.  It was a very weird feeling.

  • anon_private
    anon_private alison81137

    Posted

    If you arise quickly, you may feel this sensation. However, if you experience vertigo much more frequently it would be wise to seek medical advice. For example, a problem within the middle ear can cause similar symptoms.
  • MrsO-UK_Surrey
    MrsO-UK_Surrey alison81137

    Posted

    Although very high blood pressure can cause symptoms such as headache, I haven't heard of anyone talking in terms of vertigo. If you are taking medication, that could be the culprit. Also, have you had your ears checked recently? If not then perhaps it would be wise to do so. See your GP to rule out other possible causes.

  • Gillian_68
    Gillian_68 alison81137

    Posted

    Hi Alison, yes, I seem to have developed vertigo since I've had high blood pressure, but I have to admit, it's been a lot better since I've started walking an hour and a half every day, I would get dizzy spells and sometimes lose my balance, but the walking is definately helping. 👍

  • alison81137
    alison81137

    Posted

    Thankyou to all that replied. I went to the drs originally with the woozy head symptoms and thats when he found my blood pressure is still high.

    Im on 10mg ramipril he has now added amlodipine 5 mg.

    How long does it take for these meds to work?

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