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A member asked:

I have anxiety does that affect your bp and pulse rate? my bp has been 118/79 and pulse stays at like 70-75 and doesn't really go higher even when i eat i feel weird like it doesn't go up?

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Yes and yes: During an attack the heart races and the blood pressure increases.

Answered 10/4/2016

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Dr. Rick Koch answered

Your BP & heart rate: Ate in the normal range...Anxiety or exercise can make both go up.

Answered 5/6/2013

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