recently I have had two reoccurring nose bleeds, both times I had high blood pressure and sugar levels over 500. I am diabetic for over 20 years now, I don't have full confidence with my current physcians, as they seem to only give me excuses. What would be the best and quickest way to lower high blood pressure, which leads to my migranes which in turn now leads to my nose bleeds?
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Q: recently I have had two reoccurring nose bleeds
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8/14/12 2:39pm
Hello, Rick,
Nancy is quite right that you need medical care, and you need it now. A glucose level that high can result in coma, organ damage, and more.
The nose bleeds are actually more likely to be from your high blood pressure than the Migraines, but how to reduce your blood pressure is a question that can be safely answered only by a doctor, in person.
One note about the Migraine abortives Nancy told you about -- they should NOT be taken with high blood pressure unless it's well controlled with medication.
I understand what you're saying about not having confidence in your current doctors, but you're asking for advice that can safely be given only by doctors, so you need to find a new one, and fast. As Nancy said, if you must, get to an ER or urgent care center.
Please, get to a doctor, and keep us posted on how you're doing?
Teri
8/14/12 1:48pm
Hi Rick,
Your sugar levels are dangerously high and I would suggest having those tended to immediately. As in get off the computer and seek medical help right now - even if that means the ER or an urgent care center. Lowering your blood pressure may take medication, will definitely take lifestyle changes and a conversation with your doctor. Please contact a medical professional asap. If you are not happy with your doctors, find new ones.
There really is no quick way to get rid of Migraines, unless of course you are able to take an abortive, like a triptan, and stop the Migrainous process. There are seven medications in the triptan family-- Imitrex , Maxalt, Zomig, Amerge,
Relpax, Axert, and Frova -- as well as Treximet, which is a combination of Imitrex and Naproxen Sodium. Each of the triptans binds to different combinations of serotonin receptors, which is why our bodies may respond differently to each of them. It's well worth discussing the ones you haven't tried with your doctor.
If none of the triptans work well for you, you can also ask him about Migranal Nasal Spray or DHE injections that you can give yourself at home. All these medications stop Migraines. But you must discuss this with your doctor to make sure you are able to take them with your other health conditions.
Good luck
Nancy
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