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A 51-year-old female asked:
Does drinking a lot of water raise or lower your bp? im getting healthier and trying no meds as im getting so many side effects. doc is aware and diet and exercise are key. im determined! but confused about how much h2o to drink?
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Dr. Richard Greenwaldanswered
Podiatry 44 years experience
Hyponatremia: Consider hyponatremia—peeing out sodium (NA), which can lower blood pressure. This can effect many organ systems. There are excellent recommendations your doctor can provide after a thorough workup.
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