My blood pressure has recently become elevated after several years on ortho tricyclene. How long does it take for your blood pressure to lower after going off of the pills, if that is the cause? I am 38 years old and have always had normal bp until recently.
Q: sudden high bp after several years on birth control pills
Answers (1)
11/ 2/09 4:02pm
Hi 111,
Here's a link to a discussion on birth control and blood pressure - http://www.healthcentral.com/high-blood-pressure/c/question/195000/87557.
All the best,
Lisa Nelson RD
7 Natural Ways to Lower Blood Pressure
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