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Posted: 9/18/2022 11:11:20 PM EDT
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Posted: 9/18/2022 11:12:57 PM EDT
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If you don't do vigorous cardio, do it.
Otherwise, if you're not overweight, you probably are one of those people with unlucky genetics, and will need meds. |
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Posted: 9/18/2022 11:16:10 PM EDT
[#2]
Quote HistoryQuoted: If you don't do vigorous cardio, do it. Otherwise, if you're not overweight, you probably are one of those people with unlucky genetics, and will need meds. Not overweight at all. Walk quite a bit, sounds like meds. |
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Posted: 9/18/2022 11:16:31 PM EDT
[#3]
Inactivity, caffeine, alcohol, tobacco, sodium...
Diabetes, sleep apnea, kidney issues, stress... ETA: Did you actually sit down and rest for 5 minutes before taking that reading? Your pulse is quite high. |
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Posted: 9/18/2022 11:17:09 PM EDT
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Caffeine can also cause high spikes, had a blood vessel rupture in my eye because of high BP. Don't fuck around with numbers that high.
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Posted: 9/18/2022 11:17:30 PM EDT
[#5]
Whoa! Where was that taken and have you had it taken again?
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Posted: 9/18/2022 11:18:18 PM EDT
[#6]
You are gonna cause damage to your kidneys and have a risk of a hemorrhagic stroke if you stay that high for a while. I would go to the ER and get it down. That’s pretty high. Your weight seems ok, you can’t run from genetics. BP pills are cheap.
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Posted: 9/18/2022 11:18:20 PM EDT
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At that level I’d try meds.
Then I’d go HARD on keto. Avoid all carbs. Give it six months. Then try to walk back the meds. |
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Posted: 9/18/2022 11:18:29 PM EDT
[#8]
That is WAY too high.
If that is what you normally see, then you need medical help soon! Insurance or not, go see your doc and get a BP med prescription figured out. Once you have your BP under control with meds, then you can work on why it's high in the first place and perhaps get it down where it belongs without meds. BUT - get it under control with meds now or you probably won't live long enough to find out why it's too high in the first place. ETA: I've been there and done that - just like you. |
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Posted: 9/18/2022 11:18:54 PM EDT
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Sounds like your in the same boat as me OP. I have hereditary high BP. No matter what I do, it's meds for the rest of my life.
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Posted: 9/18/2022 11:19:17 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Inactivity, caffeine, alcohol, tobacco, sodium... Diabetes, sleep apnea, kidney issues, stress... All of this and MUCH more. Get that under control ASAP. Your BP is dangerously high. If that reading is accurate, you have a serious problem that can mess up your kidneys, cause a stroke, etc. I'm 64 with lots of medical history. My BP was never that high, but I've got it down to about 120/75 most of the time with a combination of medication, weight loss, quitting my job, and other factors. |
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Posted: 9/18/2022 11:21:44 PM EDT
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I don't know anything about medical stuff but that's crazy high. You need to see a doctor
And when GD says you need a doctor it's life of death. People blow off treatment for ridiculously serious injuries. I once cut the top of my thumb off, didn't get stitches that I obviously needed and bought veterinarian glue off Amazon and glued it back together almost a week later. I'm amazed that worked |
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Posted: 9/18/2022 11:23:17 PM EDT
[#12]
Go to a doc, explain that you don't have insurance
There are cheap, generic blood pressure meds Even the more spendy ones (which you might get for the heart rate) sometimes have mfg coupons. Maybe try a local pharmacy vs the big guys in that case |
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Posted: 9/18/2022 11:25:07 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: You are gonna cause damage to your kidneys and have a risk of a hemorrhagic stroke if you stay that high for a while. I would go to the ER and get it down. That’s pretty high. Your weight seems ok, you can’t run from genetics. BP pills are cheap. This, if it stays that high for any length of time don't wait a week or more for a doctors appt go to the ER. |
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Posted: 9/18/2022 11:25:14 PM EDT
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My doctor keeps saying I need meds at 140/90, which I consider kind of marginal. You have a real problem, like others said get on meds and start looking for the root problem. Good luck OP, take care of yourself and get healthy.
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Posted: 9/18/2022 11:25:40 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Inactivity, caffeine, alcohol, tobacco, sodium... Diabetes, sleep apnea, kidney issues, stress... ETA: Did you actually sit down and rest for 5 minutes before taking that reading? Your pulse is quite high. After sitting still for 5 minutes.  Attached FileETA: Sounds like cheap Amazon blood pressure reader says go to doctor. Fuck. This gonna be pricey. |
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Posted: 9/18/2022 11:29:22 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: You are gonna cause damage to your kidneys and have a risk of a hemorrhagic stroke if you stay that high for a while. I would go to the ER and get it down. That’s pretty high. Your weight seems ok, you can’t run from genetics. BP pills are cheap. I really don't wanna hang out with the awesome people of society that go to the ER for non issues, I'll risk it and make an appointment. |
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Posted: 9/18/2022 11:30:10 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: After sitting still for 5 minutes. https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/546579/20220918_222317_jpg-2531477.JPG ETA: Sounds like cheap Amazon blood pressure reader says go to doctor. Fuck. This gonna be pricey. What's pricey considering your life is on the line... |
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Posted: 9/18/2022 11:31:24 PM EDT
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Also make sure your arm is not hanging, I put it on the table resting with my elbow and my side and make sure your feet are flat on the floor. It will make a difference but not enough to get you out of the danger zone. Seeing a doc and getting BP meds isn't going to be outrageous, though an ER trip won't be cheap.
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Posted: 9/18/2022 11:31:58 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: If you think your BP cuff is off, you can go to almost any urgent care facility and have your BP checked pretty inexpensively or free depending on the facility. What's pricey considering your life is on the line... Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: After sitting still for 5 minutes. https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/546579/20220918_222317_jpg-2531477.JPG ETA: Sounds like cheap Amazon blood pressure reader says go to doctor. Fuck. This gonna be pricey. What's pricey considering your life is on the line... I'm assuming the meds ain't gonna be cheap. |
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Posted: 9/18/2022 11:32:14 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: If you think your BP cuff is off, you can go to almost any urgent care facility and have your BP checked pretty inexpensively or free depending on the facility. What's pricey considering your life is on the line... Hell, any Walmart or drug store probably has one. |
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Posted: 9/18/2022 11:32:23 PM EDT
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Cheap blood pressure meters aren't that accurate. I'd have a professional check if before panicking.
I don't know what an ER visit costs, and I've only gone when I was too messed up from a fight or motorcycle accident to limp home, but you pay it off if you don't have insurance |
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Posted: 9/18/2022 11:32:42 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: I'm assuming the meds ain't gonna be cheap. They aren't expensive, generics are plentiful. |
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Posted: 9/18/2022 11:32:43 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: If you think your BP cuff is off, you can go to almost any urgent care facility and have your BP checked pretty inexpensively or free depending on the facility. What's pricey considering your life is on the line... |
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Posted: 9/18/2022 11:34:05 PM EDT
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Guy I know had this happen. He needed some treatment but we worked it out with the health care providers and he paid it off
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Posted: 9/18/2022 11:34:19 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: I'm assuming the meds ain't gonna be cheap. Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: Quoted: After sitting still for 5 minutes. https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/546579/20220918_222317_jpg-2531477.JPG ETA: Sounds like cheap Amazon blood pressure reader says go to doctor. Fuck. This gonna be pricey. What's pricey considering your life is on the line... I'm assuming the meds ain't gonna be cheap. |
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Posted: 9/18/2022 11:34:51 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Generic BP meds that work can be had easily for $10/month. Mine are $7. |
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Posted: 9/18/2022 11:34:55 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: They aren't expensive, generics are plentiful. Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: I'm assuming the meds ain't gonna be cheap. They aren't expensive, generics are plentiful. Good to know. I was pretty surprised to see these numbers. |
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Posted: 9/18/2022 11:36:13 PM EDT
[#28]
I'll call a doctor, get an appointment, and get on this.
Thanks for the input everyone! |
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Posted: 9/18/2022 11:36:33 PM EDT
[#29]
Chew some aspirin on your way to the emergency room. Your bp is almost in the "emergency" category.
https://www.heart.org/en/health-topics/high-blood-pressure/understanding-blood-pressure-readings Or if you want to chance it go see a primary care doc tomorrow. You need to get on meds ASAP. There are many very effective and affordable blood pressure meds available. CVS helped me find a very good price when I had a gap in coverage. |
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Posted: 9/18/2022 11:37:22 PM EDT
[#30]
Quote HistoryQuoted: I'm assuming the meds ain't gonna be cheap. Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: Quoted: After sitting still for 5 minutes. https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/546579/20220918_222317_jpg-2531477.JPG ETA: Sounds like cheap Amazon blood pressure reader says go to doctor. Fuck. This gonna be pricey. What's pricey considering your life is on the line... I'm assuming the meds ain't gonna be cheap. And you'd assume wrong. |
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Posted: 9/18/2022 11:37:37 PM EDT
[#31]
 Anything over 180/120 is considered a hypertensive crisis and would be recommended for you to seek immediate medical attention...significant increased risk for heart attack or stroke. ETA: I had an eye stroke when my blood pressure was ~160...almost went blind and now I have to see a specialist. My eye doc says it was my blood pressure that caused it but I believe it was from the booster....I didn't have any blood pressure problems either until immediately after the covid booster |
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Posted: 9/18/2022 11:38:49 PM EDT
[#32]
My doctor recommended Life Source Blood Pressure Monitor.
Not that expensive, also try and get Poor Peoples Insurance. I did. |
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Posted: 9/18/2022 11:39:37 PM EDT
[#33]
Not sure where you're located but in FL, certain BP meds are either free or a few dollars at Publix supermarkets. They also do a few other common meds for free as well. But yes I'd definitely make sure you're taking the reading correctly. See if you can get into a doctor's office on the cheap to get that handled.
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Posted: 9/18/2022 11:40:11 PM EDT
[#34]
I've been there. Had no insurance, went to local concierge medical place and they got me on meds for crazy cheap. 90 day supply was under $10.
Don't fuck around, I did and ended up in the hospital. If you think you can't afford a doctor visit that ain't shit compared to a hospital stay. I was still lucky that I didn't die. |
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Posted: 9/18/2022 11:40:52 PM EDT
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Dude, get that the bottom number below 100. That's stroke level.
I struggled with high BP. I struggled with it for awhile. I lost weight and was able to get off the majority of them. My GP doc could not get it down. Took a cardiologist to do it. I was on edarbyclor and Bystolic. 40mg and 10mg respectively. Then got switched to Edarbi and Bystolic. Now I'm just on 2.5mg of Bystolic. I'm 6'2" and 197 pounds. And I just turned 40. Cut as much salt as you can stand. If you can't get that bottom number down, see if someone will prescribe you Clonidine. It's a very fast acting and short lived med. It was prescribed to me as an "emergency" med. Mine is 0.1mg. I will warn though if you take more than that you're probably going to fall asleep. I asked a RN friend about that and she said that probably because your body has been working so hard that it needs rest. |
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Posted: 9/18/2022 11:41:49 PM EDT
[#36]
Yeah, you have to have that addressed
Out of pocket may suck, but less than the possible consequences. Look into some sort of outside insurance. Even Rx help, because you may be on it for life. Unfortunately, HBP is usually inherited. Thus, lifestyle has less impact. It sucks, but it is what it is. . |
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Posted: 9/18/2022 11:42:14 PM EDT
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I had a mega spike a couple years back that sent me to the ER. Low dose meds and moving keep mine at 138ish over hight 70s. Thankfully my heart and kidneys are still in tip top shape.
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Posted: 9/18/2022 11:42:39 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Anything over 180/120 is considered a hypertensive crisis and would be recommended for you to seek immediate medical attention... When I went in the hospital back in July mine was 253/141. Them hospital people was mighty concerned! This morning it was 112/71. |
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Posted: 9/18/2022 11:43:16 PM EDT
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Wow man. You need to schedule a Dr appt asap. Get some meds for that. There are plenty of cheap Bp meds out there. Tell your dr price is a concern. They should work with you to find a drug you can afford.
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Posted: 9/18/2022 11:43:21 PM EDT
[#40]
The off the counter cuffs are fairly accurate. OP , that is way to high, you need to get to a DR ASAP.
I’m on BP Medicine and should of been sooner , thanks to my new eye doc 3 years back. |
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Posted: 9/18/2022 11:43:28 PM EDT
[#41]
Quote HistoryQuoted: I'll call a doctor, get an appointment, and get on this. Thanks for the input everyone! Go to the ER! That's hypertensive urgency and you need to have them get that down in a controlled environment. Your doctor may very well send you to the ER if you present with that BP. |
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Posted: 9/18/2022 11:43:40 PM EDT
[#42]
If you find the right doc you'll probably only be in for a few hundred total, if you don't have insurance not sure I'd worry too much right this minute.
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Posted: 9/18/2022 11:45:19 PM EDT
[#43]
Quote HistoryQuoted: I'm assuming the meds ain't gonna be cheap. Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: Quoted: After sitting still for 5 minutes. https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/546579/20220918_222317_jpg-2531477.JPG ETA: Sounds like cheap Amazon blood pressure reader says go to doctor. Fuck. This gonna be pricey. What's pricey considering your life is on the line... I'm assuming the meds ain't gonna be cheap. Relax. Most of the meds used to manage high BP are old, out of patent, generic, and not expensive. |
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Posted: 9/18/2022 11:46:09 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: After sitting still for 5 minutes. https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/546579/20220918_222317_jpg-2531477.JPG ETA: Sounds like cheap Amazon blood pressure reader says go to doctor. Fuck. This gonna be pricey. Go for a walk. ANYTHING physical. That will help it drop. Those numbers are not good. |
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Posted: 9/18/2022 11:48:21 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Go to the ER! That's hypertensive urgency and you need to have them get that down in a controlled environment. Your doctor may very well send you to the ER if you present with that BP. When I discovered my eye bleed on a Saturday at an eye appt the urgent care refused to see me with a similar Systolic number, close to 200, my Diastolic wasn't quite that bad though. Ended up at the ER getting a heart eval and chest x-ray and thankfully everything was fine. Ended up getting referred to hematologist who did 5k worth of blood work and they found nothing, only thing was the high bp. |
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Posted: 9/18/2022 11:48:28 PM EDT
[#46]
Quote HistoryQuoted: Go for a walk. ANYTHING physical. That will help it drop. Those numbers are not good. Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: After sitting still for 5 minutes. https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/546579/20220918_222317_jpg-2531477.JPG ETA: Sounds like cheap Amazon blood pressure reader says go to doctor. Fuck. This gonna be pricey. Go for a walk. ANYTHING physical. That will help it drop. Those numbers are not good. I'm on my feet walking 10 hrs a day at work, I am not sedentary. I don't wanna start jogging, because fuck that. I'll take up skating again, and risk the ankle/wrist injuries again first. At least grinding rails and jumping over stairs is fun! |
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Posted: 9/18/2022 11:49:30 PM EDT
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And if you need extra help with med the costs https://www.goodrx.com/ is accepted at almost all pharmacies.
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Posted: 9/18/2022 11:51:13 PM EDT
[#48]
Quote HistoryQuoted: When I discovered my eye bleed on a Saturday at an eye appt the urgent care refused to see me with a similar Systolic number, close to 200, my Diastolic wasn't quite that bad though. Ended up at the ER getting a heart eval and chest x-ray and thankfully everything was fine. Ended up getting referred to hematologist who did 5k worth of blood work and they found nothing, only thing was the high bp. Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: Go to the ER! That's hypertensive urgency and you need to have them get that down in a controlled environment. Your doctor may very well send you to the ER if you present with that BP. When I discovered my eye bleed on a Saturday at an eye appt the urgent care refused to see me with a similar Systolic number, close to 200, my Diastolic wasn't quite that bad though. Ended up at the ER getting a heart eval and chest x-ray and thankfully everything was fine. Ended up getting referred to hematologist who did 5k worth of blood work and they found nothing, only thing was the high bp. The other week, I had a blood vessel on my eye leave a nice red splotch. No clue why that happened. Just woke up one day with a bloodspot in the white of my eye. Signs are linking up now. |
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Posted: 9/18/2022 11:51:39 PM EDT
[#49]
Quote HistoryQuoted: I'm on my feet walking 10 hrs a day at work, I am not sedentary. I don't wanna start jogging, because fuck that. I'll take up skating again, and risk the ankle/wrist injuries again first. At least grinding rails and jumping over stairs is fun! Good luck with your stroke and/or dialysis OP! |
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Posted: 9/18/2022 11:52:37 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: The other week, I had a blood vessel on my eye leave a nice red splotch. No clue why that happened. Signs are linking up now. Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: Quoted: Go to the ER! That's hypertensive urgency and you need to have them get that down in a controlled environment. Your doctor may very well send you to the ER if you present with that BP. When I discovered my eye bleed on a Saturday at an eye appt the urgent care refused to see me with a similar Systolic number, close to 200, my Diastolic wasn't quite that bad though. Ended up at the ER getting a heart eval and chest x-ray and thankfully everything was fine. Ended up getting referred to hematologist who did 5k worth of blood work and they found nothing, only thing was the high bp. The other week, I had a blood vessel on my eye leave a nice red splotch. No clue why that happened. Signs are linking up now. Unfortunately, mine was in my retina which can lead to blindness if left untreated, ended up needing injections in my eye every couple of months. I think I got 6 or 7 total. |
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