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I have high blood pressure and a sinus infection can that raise my blood pressure more?

4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Dr. Mohammed Parvez answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Yes: The decongestant medicine can raise your blood pressure. Please take advice from your physician before starting any otc drugs.

Answered 3/12/2014

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Dr. Elden Rand answered

Specializes in Cardiology

Yes: The body responds to infections by releasing chemicals and hormones which may result in increased blood pressure. Some medications used to treat sinus conditions can also raise blood pressure-- i.e. Decongestants.

Answered 6/17/2019

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