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Open heart surgery performed to remove a paraganglioma 3 months ago. blood pressure has gone up again to high120's/90's w/hr 110's. possible causes?

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Dr. Rick Koch answered

Unsure: Seek further evaluation by your primary care physician or cardiologist so things like arrythmia can be ruled out.

Dr Pappas and another doctor agreed

Answered 2/14/2019

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Paraganglioma: You may have a recurrence. You should return to the treating physician for further evaluation.

Dr Koch agreed

Answered 2/14/2019

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