Would stress cause a decrease in the BP level from 150/98 to 119/97?
Patient: Hi, I am 44 year old female suffering from menorrhagia since 2011 subsequently I have low iron count and have now been advised to take 130mg of ferrous sulphate & take cerarette. I returned to GP with a slight tightness in chest after exercise - did spirometry inversion test & found my flow rate low ( 5ft 2 52kg). Also at this appointment my BP was 150 / 98 it has now decreased to 119/97. I am now concerned about my wellbeing, I am a dental technician & I am exposed to dusty working conditions. Could stress play a part in my blood pressure & how to reduce it ideally without medication. Doctor: Hi welcome to HCM.I understand your query and concern.High blood pressure should me monitored regularly to avoid complications like stroke in the brain.Best treatment for elevated blood pressure is through drugs like beta blockers and Ace inhibitors.Before that adequate management and work up is needed.I advise you to have a baseline 2 dimensional echocardiography,ECG and lipid profile to assess the basic cardiac reserve of your heart.Restrict the intake of salt to less than 6g/day.Regular physical exercise in the form of brisk walk for 20 min a day for 5 days a week is pretty useful.Drugs like antihypertensives and antiarrhythmics will help.Reduce the intake of fatty and fried food.One pomegranate a day will help . Stress management is most vital in your case.So Consult a Cardiologist for further expert management.Post your further queries if any.Thank you.