Question 1

i feel faint and just sluggish too so took blood pressure, it was 98/68 is that good?

Accepted Answer

Blood pressure: 98/68 is normal but if one's BP is usually 130 or more that pressure could possibly be low.

Question 2

took blood pressure in my left arm 117/77 but when i took my blood pressure on my right arm it was 124/87. why the difference?

Accepted Answer

Because we are not: perfectly symmetrical, and because each moment is unique and not perfectly reproducible there can be small variations in blood pressure. 10 mm or less, such as noted in your measurements, are considered normal. If there is larger difference, one has to consider whether there might be some arterial plaque/obstruction in the higher pressure arm. This might be a marker for vascular disease elsewhere.

Question 3

was going to sleep and felt like my heart stopped and was about to lose consiouseness. took blood pressure 95/55. pulse was around 91. concerning?

Accepted Answer

: Please get checked by your MD. hope you do well.

Question 4

took blood pressure after some chest pain at noon and it was 130 over 90. after a few minutes i took it again and it was 115 over 75. i have been under a bit of stress but worried about this. when are best times to take blood pressure? exercise safe?

Accepted Answer

: You should see a doctor, probably a cardiologist, to evaluate you prior to vigorous exercise. Chest pain with an elevated blood pressure needs to be evaluated to be certain the chest pain is not coming from your heart. You can start by seeing your primary care doctor who can then refer you to a cardiologist if needed. Good luck to you!

Question 5

been taking prednisone since tues, today my heart has been racing just took blood pressure  it was 110/68 and heart rate 104. what do need to do.

Accepted Answer

Prednisone fast HR: Prednisone usually does not cause a fast heart rate. Some people feel agitated or hyper on steroids and this can cause a fast heart rate. I see you are on cough meds. If there is a decongestant in the medication then it can cause a fast heart rate. Just having a cold, being dehydrated can increase your heart rate. If drinking fluids does not help you could take an extra dose of your toprol (metoprolol).

Question 6

chest pain and shortness of breath. took blood pressure was 126/103 then normal yesterday then today 106/100 and plus 100 machine said that was great?

Accepted Answer

It is unlikely that: the blood pressures you are reporting are accurate. A pulse pressure of only 6 (106/100) is unlikely in a 26 year old woman in the absence of severe medical conditions of which you would certainly be aware. You need to see a health care provider for an accurate assessment of your blood pressure and the symptoms that are causing you concern.

Question 7

dull/ weak pain in left thumb. radiating up arm to behind collar bone. seems to get worse as day goes on. took blood pressure past week. normal.

Accepted Answer

Could be spine: The pain might be due to nerve impingement from spine disease.  The symptom merits imaging of the spine with an mri.

Question 8

took blood pressure test, forearm veins pulsed hard. 2 in hemorage apeared under wrist. i am 24, 154/92. concerns about ruptures, weakened veins?

Accepted Answer

Bruising: Assuming you are describing bruising occurring as a result of BP measurement performed with a sphygmomanometer in an otherwise healthy young man one would have concerns regarding platelet or coagulation disorder especially if recurrent or at multiple sites.

Question 9

just took blood pressure.146/90 left arm starting at thumb running up to collar bone is dull pain. the pain has been on and off for 2 months.

Accepted Answer

See below: Problems like these can only be correctly handled by your doctor in person.  He/she needs to listen to you, perform an examination and possibly run labs or other tests. That's the only way he/she can find out what's going on and what to do about it.

Question 10

what happens if you took your blood pressure pill?

Accepted Answer

Lower blood pressure: Taking your blood pressure pill as directed should lower your BP. Your prescribing doctor should explain how high was/is your BP and risks, benefits &amp; alternatives to your specific BP pill, including potential side effects. We don't like to see high BP (aka hypertension) for a long period of time as that increases risk for stroke, heart failure &amp; chronic kidney disease. Monitor BP closely on pill

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I feel faint and just sluggish too so took blood pressure, it was 98/68 is that good?

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Took blood pressure in my left arm 117/77 but when i took my blood pressure on my right arm it was 124/87. why the difference?

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Was going to sleep and felt like my heart stopped and was about to lose consiouseness. took blood pressure 95/55. pulse was around 91. concerning?

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Took blood pressure after some chest pain at noon and it was 130 over 90. after a few minutes i took it again and it was 115 over 75. i have been under a bit of stress but worried about this. when are best times to take blood pressure? exercise safe?

A member asked:

Been taking prednisone since tues, today my heart has been racing just took blood pressure it was 110/68 and heart rate 104. what do need to do.

A member asked:

Chest pain and shortness of breath. took blood pressure was 126/103 then normal yesterday then today 106/100 and plus 100 machine said that was great?

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Dull/ weak pain in left thumb. radiating up arm to behind collar bone. seems to get worse as day goes on. took blood pressure past week. normal.

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Took blood pressure test, forearm veins pulsed hard. 2 in hemorage apeared under wrist. i am 24, 154/92. concerns about ruptures, weakened veins?

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Just took blood pressure.146/90 left arm starting at thumb running up to collar bone is dull pain. the pain has been on and off for 2 months.

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What happens if you took your blood pressure pill?

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