Question 1

can ulcers cause low blood pressure?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Ulcers, like stomach ulcers, can lead to bleeding and anemia which can be asssociated with low blood pressure.

Question 2

hi dr, i am taking diclofenac for my osteoarthritis and and heard that it is not safe, causes ulcers, high blood pressure and heart attacks, what is safe to use?

Accepted Answer

NSAIDs: NSAIDs  like diclofenac are valuable medications for patients with arthritis and other inflammatory conditions. The risk of ulcers and complications tends to be dose related. Therefore, the smallest effective dose of NSAIDs is taken to minimize the risk. Take NSAIDs with meals and talk to your doctor about receiving a special NSAIDs  called selective Cox-2 inhibitors.

Question 3

hi, i have capillaritis, (occasional) venous ulcers and high blood pressure, would you say they are connected, i am a 38 year old woman in good health?

Accepted Answer

Yes and no: There is no relation to high blood pressure. The capillaritis (pigmented brown spots) and the venous ulcers are related. Most patient's with disease of the veins in the legs develop swelling (edema) and a brownish discoloration of the skin which is permanent. This is caused by red blood cells leaking into the tissues due to the increased pressure in the veins. Life long condition, no cure

Question 4

hello docs. i was wondering can ulcer cause high blood pressure?

Accepted Answer

High BP: If you have asymptomatic ulcer it doesn't increase your bp. If you have pain from ulcer, that could increase BP due to distress.

Question 5

what would cause my semen to have blood in it? i was masturbating and when i ejaculated my seamen was bloody. what could this be and do i need immediate attention? i have high blood pressure and have been having major heartburn as if i have an ulcer. blee

Accepted Answer

Blood : Blood in the semen is usually is due to trauma (possibly sustained while masturbating) or from an infectious process. It is a good idea to visit your doctor for a complete evaluation, testing, and treatment. Also follow up with your doctor for hypertension (high blood pressure) management, and a work up for ulcers.
Best of luck.

Question 6

i have high blood pressure, ulcers and am diabetic. does this have anything to do with my bad breath?

Accepted Answer

Nothing to do: Bad breath is usually from poor dental hygiene, you should brush after each meal, use fluss or to remove food particles between your teeth, gently brush the tongue and the roof of your mouth and use mouth rinse.

Question 7

is it normal that a panic attack cause blood pressure to go up to 186/86 ?

Accepted Answer

Panic and HBP: Yes it is possible. There is an old German study where the measured BP every heart beat over several days. In normals during exercise it went up to 300.  But not one had a panic attack which this was being done. There are two other issues.  Was BP measured correctly with an accurate machine.  Almost always the answer in NO in the US. The best way is to listen to it.

Question 8

can not being hydrated cause blood pressure to go lower?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Hydration is important to keep your blood pressure within normal range.

Question 9

can a toothache cause your blood pressure to go up cause of the severe pain its causing.

Accepted Answer

Tooth ache: Yes it can/ but you should be tested monthly to watch your bp.

Question 10

does prednisone cause your blood pressure to go up?

Accepted Answer

Yes.: It causes sodium retention, and also enhances Insulin resistance.  Both are synergistic in increasing blood pressure.  A solitary injection or dose will have minimal effect.

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Hi dr, i am taking diclofenac for my osteoarthritis and and heard that it is not safe, causes ulcers, high blood pressure and heart attacks, what is safe to use?

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Hi, i have capillaritis, (occasional) venous ulcers and high blood pressure, would you say they are connected, i am a 38 year old woman in good health?

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Hello docs. i was wondering can ulcer cause high blood pressure?

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What would cause my semen to have blood in it? i was masturbating and when i ejaculated my seamen was bloody. what could this be and do i need immediate attention? i have high blood pressure and have been having major heartburn as if i have an ulcer. blee

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I have high blood pressure, ulcers and am diabetic. does this have anything to do with my bad breath?

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Is it normal that a panic attack cause blood pressure to go up to 186/86 ?

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Can not being hydrated cause blood pressure to go lower?

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Can a toothache cause your blood pressure to go up cause of the severe pain its causing.

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Does prednisone cause your blood pressure to go up?

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