Pulminary embolisms, should i expect pulse rate and blood pressure to be elevated during recovery. pe's developed about 2 weeks after valve replacement surgery. i am femail, 57 years old.

Increase pulse: Pe will cause increase heart rate but does not affect blood pressure unless large pe and this cause drop in blood pressure . In case of recurrent pe patient may develop pulmonary hypertention in chronic cases and this may cause hypertention . If after any cardiac surgery you develop fast pulse you need to be checked for arrhythmia especially atrial fibrillation.

Yes and no: Pulse rate may be routinely elevated after pe, blood pressure usually not. Are you getting enough oxygen? If you don't have an oximeter at home, get yourself checked. Also, i assume you are taking your blood thinners.