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my bp is always normal to low. 85 to 117 systolic. but when i am out and about and panicking it can peak at 215. this is scaring the hell out of me. i am terrified i will stroke out. help please.
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wayne08874 denden999
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Have you been to the doctor with this information? Have you regularly taken your BP to analyse the ups and downs?
denden999 wayne08874
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it only happens occasionally
derek76 denden999
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How are you testing it when out and about ?
Medications would take it down too much at other times. Why are you panicking when out?
denden999 derek76
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i suffer from anxiety and panic attacks. i take it as soon as i get home
derek76 denden999
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You should rest for 15 minutes before taking it and then take three reading over 10 minutes.
denden999 derek76
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yeah i realise that now. lol. stupid to take it right away so
wayne08874 denden999
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You need to discuss with doctor - there main be an issue with adrenal gland making BP rise abnormal when anxious.
Prepare yourself for a long journey - I've been trying to control mine for 2 years now.
denden999 wayne08874
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so do you have anxiety peaks of bp and if so what does it reach
wayne08874 denden999
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I don't have identified anxiety/panic attacks but everytime I go to doctor or specialist it's anywhere between 160/90 to 210/150 but it's usually high but within range when taken at home. Also, bear in mind these readings are whilst I'm taking 3 different BP meds (2 at maximum dose) - I'm currently awaiting test results for adrenal gland problems.
I'm told that stress/anxiety can make BP go crazy if there's adrenal problems.
denden999 wayne08874
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i really appreciate your quick responses and feel a little bit reassured. also just realised that when it hit 215 it was after being in the park with my grandson, having a panic attack so rushing home and taking it right away. so it wasn't a resting measurement!!! i hope you manage to get your bp problems sorted. thank you again