YCC asked:


My husband has high blood pressure and been prescribed Crestor & Micardis. But, due to high costs, we are unable to afford his medications. What are YOUR food suggestions? Everyone always say “diet and exercise” and we know that. My husband does not have a problem with his weight. He’s 38 years old, 165lbs., 5′7″ tall. He’s still muscular (somewhat) due to years of body building. His siblings (all under 45 years old) & parents are all under medication for high blood pressure & high cholesterol.

Peter Lawrence

linbell20 asked:


I know there are tons of allergy medications, however, my mom has high blood pressure so she is restricted to most medications for allergies. Any suggestions?

Victor Joslin

SnifftheSharpie asked:


I’m 16 and have inherited high blood pressure from my mom. They have ran numerous tests(kidneys, blood, urine, etc) and have found all to be normal. I am athletic and eat rather healthy compared to most teenagers. I rarely ever drink soda and never add salt to my food. What are some ways to lower my blood pressure? Eat more fruits and vegetables? Drink more water? I REALLY do not want to live the rest of my life taking a pill to keep my blood pressure low.

Margaret Sorrells

?slimqtpie2006? asked:


My mom and dad suffer from high blood pressure,high cholesterol. It run on both sides of the family,that along with diabetes and heart disease. My mom started taking blood pressure medication young,in her later 20’s. My dad suffered from a stroke due to high blood pressure. I am 22yrs old and do not want to suffer this especially while young. Are there any ways I can be proactive about not suffering from those conditions now and later on in life being that it is hereditary? Or do I not have a chance in preventing it?

Natalie Harr

blackhearted73 asked:


awhile back i was told i have high blood pressure. heredity is what i’m told. anyway my doctor said i was the next thing away from a stroke. i take medication now but how high does you pressure have to be before you have a stroke. mine was 165/105 at the time with vision loss in one eye. another note, im only 35, to young to let this go without doing something about it.

Candice Lamothe

Stuck in the Middle Ages asked:


I spoke with my mom today. She’s in her late 60s and has had high blood pressure for years. She still works regularly but is staying home this week to see if her blood pressure can be moderated after spiking to 236/145. (I’m not 100% sure about the second number–it may be a little off, but I am absolutely positive about the 236.)

She was given a new medication, as well as some anxiety medicine. She’s always had high blood pressure, but the 236 even scared her.

So, how close is someone to a heart attack (or some other major body malfunction) when blood pressure goes that high? I remember my mom’s mom had high blood pressure and died from a massive heart attack at age 70 about twenty years ago.

Schnell

knowme36 asked:


I am 21 years old, Male and am from India. I have a high blood pressure of 140/96. I weigh 93 kgs and am obese. I guess my cholesterol levels are also very high. What are the possible dangers I might face ? What corrective actions to take ? My parents also have BP but not very high.

I’ve just started swimming for around 1 hour (30 mts of actual swimming). Is that enough ? Is heart attack at such a young age possible ? Kindly advise.

Roger Fairchild

wonderbread asked:


I’ve been put on bedrest because I have high blood pressure. I’m 34 weeks PG and I’m a little concerned as to what can be brought on by this.

Could I get toxemia or pre-eclampsia this late in pregnancy from high blood pressure?

Could I go into premature labor and what else could happen?

Thanks.

Jimmy Fell

xkiss_thisx2 asked:


I have a 17 year old son who is 6′6 he weighs 205lbs. Hes very athletic, plays basketball for his high school. In this area that means 11 out of 12 months of practice or games. His blood pressure is running 140/90 at rest and 145/110 after practice. His doctor doesnt seem concerned but that seems high especially for someone in peak physical condition.

Marilyn Bowers

Patrick asked:


I am on high blood pressure medication and I am wondering can I still become an airline pilot if my blood pressure is under control?

Jimmy Fiedler