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I have been taking birth control (microgestin fe 1.5/30) for a month, blood pressure went from 131/69 to 152/89 did birth control cause this?
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Likely, yes: BCP's can increase BP, especially in individuals who are overweight,, although less with the low estrogen pill. Other meds like ibuprofen and naprosyn (naproxen) are also culprits. I recommend serial BP's to confirm if this is consistent or a one time measurement, as pain, nervousness, etc. can all have an effect.
Answered 9/28/2016
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