A 33-year-old member asked:
Which is worst of these 2? high pulse rate and blood pressure?
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Dr. John Charpieanswered
Pediatric Cardiology 33 years experience
It depends...: A high pulse rate (or fast heart rate) is not inherently dangerous as long as the fast heart rate is due to a normal heart rhythm (e.g. The fast heart rate associated with exercies). Similarly, elevated blood pressure is a normal response to exercise, but abnormally high blood pressure (or hypertension) can lead to heart failure, stroke, or coronary artery disease.
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A 29-year-old member asked:
What is final result of high blood pressure high pulse rate?
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Dr. Michael Dansieanswered
Family Medicine 18 years experience
Many results: In general, this combination of high blood pressure and high pulse rate can be treated with medications as well as diet and exercise changes. You should talk with your doctor.
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Last updated Apr 12, 2013
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