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Wendy

posted 02/02/2009, comment (1)

My husband is worrying me

Hello everyone. My husband was dx with high blood pressure back in Nov or so. His pressure was 155/110. Yeah I know! The doc said that is was high and looked back and said it had been high in the past but he was always sick those times. he gave him an ACE med to start taking and had to go for blood work. I will add that the... Read more Chevron

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posted 01/26/2009, comment (1)

High Blood Pressure Unusual Symptoms: Could What You Feel be More Serious?

High blood pressure is commonly referred to as a 'silent killer' because many people overlook the warning signs and symptoms. It is important that you are aware of some of the less than common symptoms that should be recognised. High blood pressure unusual symptoms are often left ignored or considered to be something else and not related... Read more Chevron

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posted 01/12/2009, comments (0)

What Types of Hypertension Medicine Will Your Doctor Prescribe?

More than likely if you are diagnosed with having hypertension your doctor will prescribe you with a medication that will help you keep your blood pressure under control. It is also common for the doctor to suggest lifestyle changes and hypertension medicine for a better grasp and more control of your health. It is important that you consult with... Read more Chevron

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Dr. William Davis

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posted 01/08/2009, comment (1)

Thiazide Diuretics: A First-line Mistake?

Thiazide diuretics, like hydrochlorothiazide and chlorthalidone, are extremely popular medications, often regarded as first-line agents in treatment of blood pressure. When someone is first diagnosed with high blood pressure (hypertension), they are often first placed on a thiazide diuretic. Alternatively, thiazide diuretics are frequently added... Read more Chevron

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Dr. Charles Whitcomb

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posted 01/06/2009, comments (0)

The Year of Hypertension: 2008

The past year was a big one in hypertension. A number of trials were reported at meetings and in the medical literature with great potential for changing clinical practice. Studies looking at treatment goals, benefits (or lack thereof) of particular antihypertensive drug classes, and new approaches to reducing cardiovascular risk were... Read more Chevron

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