Question 1

what is pressure headace?

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Sinus pressure: It is a term that usually refers to the pressure that builds up in the sinuses either due to changes in barometric pressure or pressure from sinusitis. Don't forget to use a nasal saline drainage system such as a neti pot. You can pick that up at any local drugstore.

Question 2

what are pressure points?

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Pressure points.: Pressure points are specific areas on the body surface. When pressure is applied to these areas, some can be used for self defense and others for pain relief.

Question 3

my pressure is not stable?

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See your doctor: Bring your blood pressure machine to your appointment so they can make sure you are checking it properly and that it is accurate.

Question 4

how to cure a pressure point?

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Protection: Can be done with pillows/padding to remove the pressure sore spot from any weight bearing while being careful to not create a new one. Frequent repositioning, sometmes a protective dressing (like duoderm) can be applied. Wound care nurse consult can help. Plastic surgeon if severe.

Question 5

what to do about high pressure?

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Eval: If you have hypertension it is important to see your doctor. If it is mild it might be controlled with diet & exercise. However, you may need antihypertensive medications.

Question 6

nlood pressure is 90/70 why so low?

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It depends: Normal blood pressure is dependent on own's normal. If you don't have any dizziness or any symptoms limiting your daily activities, then this BP may be normal for you.

Question 7

what can high pressure do to the body?

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ALOT: Sometimes people with markedly elevated blood pressure may develop:

headache, dizziness, blurred vision, nausea and vomiting, and chest pain and shortness of breath. Heart attack, heart failure , stroke or transient ischemic attack (tia), kidney failure, eye damage with progressive vision loss; peripheral arterial disease causing leg pain with walking (claudication).

Question 8

what are pressure points? where are they?

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Sore areas: A denture pressure point is an area that is receiving too much pressure from the denture base, causing a sore.  They usually heal quickly one the pressure is relieved.

Question 9

is bood pressure reading 155 over 75 bad?

Accepted Answer

Elevated BP: This is an elevated reading. Systolic (the upper number) values over 140 (or occasionally even less in certain people with other medical problems) is considered high.

I would consult with a primary care provider to see what the next step is.

Question 10

what can be done to reduce pressure on sores?

Accepted Answer

Identify heavy spots: Change body position regularly to avoid pressure in the same areas. Use cushioning to distribute the weight evenly and over a broader area thus reducing pressure in one small spot where sores are likely to occur. Elevate points of pressure with pillows, padding or air cushion devices. Common places are the heels, sacrum, hips and shoulder blades. Skin hygiene and proper nutrition are also vital.

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