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I had well-controlled (nifedipine xl 30 mg/day) hypertension prior to & during pregnancy. had baby 2 wks ago, bp now about 140/100. no sx @ all. help?

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It is quite: common for blood pressure to rise during and for a little time following pregnancy but it's time to consult with your PRIMARY CARE PROVIDER (not your OB-GYN) for adjustment of your BP medications. OFTEN all that is needed is a DIURETIC to clear the excess salt/water/edema which accompany normal Pregnancies! Hope this helps! Dr Z

Answered 4/16/2016

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A member asked:

I had well-controlled (nifedipine xl 30 mg/day) hypertension prior to & during pregnancy. had baby 2 wks ago, bp now about 140/100. no sx @ all. help?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Richard Zimon answered

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