A member asked:

My bp has been very high (186/117) 1 night. since i have had a tight chest, shorness of breath, pain in throat area of neck. what could be happening?

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Dr. James Chapman answered

Specializes in Cardiology

Emergency room: Your blood pressure is seriously high and should be lowered right away. Your symptoms may indicate an acute coronary syndrome, even possible a heart attack.

Answered 10/12/2013

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See your PCP: As soon as possible! your a diabetic on BP meds. Taking antihistamines(type)- if pcp not available, go to nearest hospital for work up.

Answered 12/29/2014

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