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Sunday, June 01, 2008 Arnold A. Hook asks

Q: Some pressure in center of chest. Sharp pain in left elbow and both thumbs. BP 164/95.

I checked my BP today its was 164/95 and heart beat was 64 per minute.  Also have soreness (left side of throat) swollowing.  I am presently taking Diovan 320mg and Felodipine 2.5mg ER daily.  Am I at risk for a more serious problem.

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6/12/08 12:36am

Arnold I'm not a doctor just trying to be a friend...........don't know your age.....but your blood pressure is high on both ends....not bad....but could be a lot better....like 145 over 80.....when the low number starts to get high....not good for ticker..........and they can fix that in a hurry  with meds........god bless and good luck

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