Question 1

does a low inr level result in lower blood pressure readings?

Accepted Answer

INR : Inr level isn't tied to blood pressure.

Question 2

can a high inr level effect blood pressure?

Accepted Answer

No : Only if the inr is so high that there is spontaneous and severe bleeding in which case the BP tends to go down (rapidly).

Question 3

can a high inr reading affect blood pressure?

Accepted Answer

SHOULDN'T: A high INR (protime) is usually due to an excess of Coumadin (warfarin) relative to vitamin k intake.  The 'clotting system' of proteins (produced by the liver)  has no affect on blood pressure (BP) , generally.  BP is influenced by other factors: salt intake, lack of exercise, stress, pain ...

Question 4

how low is too low for blood pressure when starting a new medication or increasing it? what is the danger level? i had 75/51 (doxazosin) 1 mg increase

Accepted Answer

BP: 75/51 is a low blood pressure and if you've transcribed it correctly then adding or increasing a medication which can further lower blood pressure would be inappropriate.

Question 5

low blood pressure, what is the crtical level?

Accepted Answer

Symptoms: BP lower than 90/60 is considered low. If there are symptoms of low blood pressure such as dizziness, higher readings may be considered low. When low blood pressure is associated with signs of poor blood flow to vital organs such as brain and kidneys, it's too low.

Question 6

i've been told i have low blood pressure but nothing worrying. are there any simple and natural ways of raising it to a normal level?

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Needed?: If your lowere blood pressure is not causing you any symptoms, there is no reason for concern or need to raise it.  A lower blood pressure is generally better for you.  If you are having symptoms of light headedness, dizziness, or syncope, you may benefit from increasing your intake of water and salt.

Question 7

does propanolol cause low estrogen levels? and could other types of high blood pressure medication cause low estrogen?

Accepted Answer

: No.

Question 8

should blood pressure always be taking at heart level? mine reads high if taken below it and reads low if above the heart. doc says mine is high.

Accepted Answer

Yes: Yes, blood pressure should always be taken at heart level. Devices that measure blood pressure from the wrist are usually calibrated to compensate for the difference. However, the difference between the readings is usually not that much. Even if you have borderline hypertension, it's a good idea to exercise reguarly to lower your blood pressure.

Question 9

i  always had low iron levels and normal blood pressure  since yesterday my bp is 153/123 today 153/116  is there a reason for this sudden change?

Accepted Answer

See a doctor: These blood pressure readings are very high and need attention. With the information at hand we can not explain the reason for the change. Please see a doctor right away.

Question 10

when testing my blood pressure, how do i get my arm "at heart level" for standing, sitting, and laying down? my numbers can be falsely low or high.

Accepted Answer

It's easy: When standing hold your arm out in front of your body, not quite at 90 degrees, so that the blood pressure cuff the same distance from the floor as your heart.  While sitting, resting your arm on the arm of a chair usually gets your arm in the right position.  While laying down, lay on your back with your arm resting at your side.

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Can a high inr reading affect blood pressure?

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How low is too low for blood pressure when starting a new medication or increasing it? what is the danger level? i had 75/51 (doxazosin) 1 mg increase

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Low blood pressure, what is the crtical level?

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I've been told i have low blood pressure but nothing worrying. are there any simple and natural ways of raising it to a normal level?

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Does propanolol cause low estrogen levels? and could other types of high blood pressure medication cause low estrogen?

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Should blood pressure always be taking at heart level? mine reads high if taken below it and reads low if above the heart. doc says mine is high.

A member asked:

I always had low iron levels and normal blood pressure since yesterday my bp is 153/123 today 153/116 is there a reason for this sudden change?

A member asked:

When testing my blood pressure, how do i get my arm "at heart level" for standing, sitting, and laying down? my numbers can be falsely low or high.

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