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harry010 said:
A bit on the high side?!
I'm having my blood pressure closely watched at the moment (36 weeks pregnant) and they're saying diastolic of 90 is borderline!!!
I should have said that that was earlier this year. Doctor loaded me up with Ramipril and a beta-blocker so it has been somewhat lower since then. Still, he increased my beta-blocker dose as he wanted to get my diastolic to below 90 (was hovering around 100 August-October).I'm having my blood pressure closely watched at the moment (36 weeks pregnant) and they're saying diastolic of 90 is borderline!!!
Such ridiculous readings won me a set of tests at Taunton hospital (echos, MRI, blood tests, treadmill tests, 24 hour pee sampling, 48 hour BP and ECG etc etc) during which they discovered that my aorta has been stretched somewhat by the high BP.
So, beware high BP readings!
A lifetime of exuberance and volupturian pursuits has left me with an interesting array of debilities. A few months ago, when I was passing out regularly, my BP was peaking at 220/160. Panic stations at the surgery. Lie down in darkened room etc. White faced doctor. Umpteen tablets a day and into cardiac care.
Inumerable tests and vast medication and some months later now averaging 155/75. The NHS has been very good to me. VERY good.
Inumerable tests and vast medication and some months later now averaging 155/75. The NHS has been very good to me. VERY good.
mattikake said:
Woah! That's the highest I've seen.
I had a client with a BP of 189/120, but I got him down to 141/108 in less than 3 months.
You are the umpteenth health professional to confirm that to me. Big problem, as you will know, is that high BP is the silent killer. Generally the patient is unaware of the condition.I had a client with a BP of 189/120, but I got him down to 141/108 in less than 3 months.
My very early demise has been predicted by my doctors for over 20 years. All right so far but doubtless they will be proved correct in the end. I would not change I thing I have had so much fun it was certainly worth it to me!!
^ your perception of that life philosophy might change when it comes nearer the time...
The easiest way to tell if you have a high BP, is to see if you can hear your own heart-beat in quiet situations. This isn't normal. You should be able to live a life without ever knowing you had a heart...
The easiest way to tell if you have a high BP, is to see if you can hear your own heart-beat in quiet situations. This isn't normal. You should be able to live a life without ever knowing you had a heart...
mattikake said:
^ your perception of that life philosophy might change when it comes nearer the time...
The easiest way to tell if you have a high BP, is to see if you can hear your own heart-beat in quiet situations. This isn't normal. You should be able to live a life without ever knowing you had a heart...
I think I am well past that point. Borrowed time for me I fear.The easiest way to tell if you have a high BP, is to see if you can hear your own heart-beat in quiet situations. This isn't normal. You should be able to live a life without ever knowing you had a heart...
mattikake said:
^ your perception of that life philosophy might change when it comes nearer the time...
The easiest way to tell if you have a high BP, is to see if you can hear your own heart-beat in quiet situations. This isn't normal. You should be able to live a life without ever knowing you had a heart...
Ah.The easiest way to tell if you have a high BP, is to see if you can hear your own heart-beat in quiet situations. This isn't normal. You should be able to live a life without ever knowing you had a heart...
I've always been able to hear mine.
And the missus'. She has an extremely dicky valve tho...
Steffan said:
A lifetime of exuberance and volupturian pursuits has left me with an interesting array of debilities. A few months ago, when I was passing out regularly, my BP was peaking at 220/160. Panic stations at the surgery. Lie down in darkened room etc. White faced doctor. Umpteen tablets a day and into cardiac care.
Inumerable tests and vast medication and some months later now averaging 155/75. The NHS has been very good to me. VERY good.
That makes my attempt seem rather half hearted. (Hah!)Inumerable tests and vast medication and some months later now averaging 155/75. The NHS has been very good to me. VERY good.
I agree with you about the NHS in this instance. I've had great service during this and the mental termites phase. The monthly trip to the chemist is becoming rather expensive, mind.
Insanity Magnet said:
Steffan said:
A lifetime of exuberance and volupturian pursuits has left me with an interesting array of debilities. A few months ago, when I was passing out regularly, my BP was peaking at 220/160. Panic stations at the surgery. Lie down in darkened room etc. White faced doctor. Umpteen tablets a day and into cardiac care.
Inumerable tests and vast medication and some months later now averaging 155/75. The NHS has been very good to me. VERY good.
That makes my attempt seem rather half hearted. (Hah!)Inumerable tests and vast medication and some months later now averaging 155/75. The NHS has been very good to me. VERY good.
I agree with you about the NHS in this instance. I've had great service during this and the mental termites phase. The monthly trip to the chemist is becoming rather expensive, mind.
Forty years as a Chartered Accountant (nobody believes it but it really is true)did ensure that I paid enough tax to offset that. Not to mention the taxes in impressive amounts on wine, multiple cars (still have 10 now), vehicle duty, fuel and cigars (long given up!!). Married five times ( you may not be surprised to know) I obviously like women. En masse. These were pretty expensive but tax free!
Steffan said:
As a serious diabetic, disabled (broke spine at eight falling from tree) and serious heart problem and being retired I pay nothing for prescriptions which is just as well as I collect bags not boxes monthly.
Forty years as a Chartered Accountant (nobody believes it but it really is true)did ensure that I paid enough tax to offset that. Not to mention the taxes in impressive amounts on wine, multiple cars (still have 10 now), vehicle duty, fuel and cigars (long given up!!). Married five times ( you may not be surprised to know) I obviously like women. En masse. These were pretty expensive but tax free!
I felt a bit guilty when I found the NHS drug tariff and looked up some of the psych meds I was prescribed (££). Everything recently has been off-patent.Forty years as a Chartered Accountant (nobody believes it but it really is true)did ensure that I paid enough tax to offset that. Not to mention the taxes in impressive amounts on wine, multiple cars (still have 10 now), vehicle duty, fuel and cigars (long given up!!). Married five times ( you may not be surprised to know) I obviously like women. En masse. These were pretty expensive but tax free!
Can't imagine MRIs, and the various ultrasound scans are that cheap either.
Edited by Insanity Magnet on Friday 7th December 00:39
mattikake said:
The easiest way to tell if you have a high BP, is to see if you can hear your own heart-beat in quiet situations. This isn't normal. You should be able to live a life without ever knowing you had a heart...
My resting heartrate is around 45. I can see it beating if I sit still!Insanity Magnet said:
The monthly trip to the chemist is becoming rather expensive, mind.
If you have regular prescriptions, you can buy an annual prescription pass for £104 (PPC)http://www.nhs.uk/Planners/Yourhealth/Pages/Prescr...
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