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A member asked:
I have anxiety and ocd with heart health. i am always checking my pulse and bp. i tend to have bp 100/60 or lower. is this good stress management?
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No: sounds like you are needlessly obsessing on numbers. are you taking an SSRI? perhaps the dose can be increased. consider the book: "Stop Obsessing" by Foa. get in counseling. reduce stress with exercise and lifestyle changes. do breathing exercises. try yoga. but don't keep taking your blood pressure - theres little utility in that. make a f/u appt with your doctor and share this info. be well.
Answered 8/10/2014
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