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Which Blood Pressure Monitor Is More Reliable
Asked by D.L. from Roanoke
on February 10, 2010
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Dear mums,
On my recent visit to the primary care physician my diastolic blood pressure was found to be quite high. He recommended that I will purchase a blood pre...
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- Your best bet is to ask a pharmacist (since you'll likely be purchasing one through a pharmacy) or call a Cardiologist's office to see what they recommend. My husband...
- I have tried several of those available on the and market. The one I like best, seems to give me the most accurate records, and is so easy for me to use that I do us...
- The Omron brand is good for home use; it is a little more expensive, but if you go on Amazon or other reliable sites you can find them much cheaper for the same models.
Newly DX with High Blood Pressure
Asked by P.H. from Dallas
on March 8, 2009
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Hey ladies,
I went to the drs on Friday just for a check up and some other meds to kick my anixety. Well my blood pressure was 160/100. He immediately told me I had t...
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- Hi P., There is much misinformation about the causes of chronic conditions like high blood pressure in conventional medicine, and misguided treatment programs whi...
- You've already received good advice, but I'll add one thing. Start paying attention to your sodium intake. Salt is bad. Processed food usually has a very high sodium ...
- I would recommend to take the meds to reduce your blood pressure then start your effort of a more healthy lifestyle. My husband we put on meds for his blood pressure t...
36 Weeks with Tingling Fingers and Wrist Pain.....
Asked by M.H. from Kansas City
on May 27, 2008
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I am about 36 weeks pregnant and have had pain in my wrists for about 3/4 weeks, then my hands started to fall asleep during the night, and now I have tingly (asleep) ...
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- weight gain and pregancy can trigger CT Carpal tunnel. you can see your Dr to see. There is a simple non invasive procedure they can do to tell. They tap on certain p...
- This happened to me...I developed carpal tunnel due to the swelling and pressure on the median nerve. It went away after the baby was born, thankfully.
- I had that too. I have a slight case of carpal tunnel in my right wrist anyway, but while I was pregnant it aggravated it. I also developed tendonitis in the right w...
Pregnancy Question
Asked by J. from Chicago
on December 22, 2009
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I am 34 weeks pregnant with my third baby. This one of course has been the hardest on me and my body. I have the usual swelling in my feet and ankles. Recently my o...
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- Yep same thing with my 3rd. Compression socks work GREAT! I wore them almost my whole pregnancy with my 3rd. Also drink as much water as you can stand!!!!
- I am 35 weeks pregnant right now and currently going through the same thing. I have really bad edema all over, my hands and feet are the worse. When I get out of bed i...
- Here are some tips on coping with edema: * Lying on your side helps reduce fluid retention by allowing gravity to pull fluid from your tissues back into your bl...
Preeclampsia Help
Asked by S.A. from New York
on May 5, 2010
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Hi moms,
I'm in my 5th month with my second child and have high blood pressure for the first time in my life. My doctor didn't check my urine for blood but did as...
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- I had pregnancy induced hypertension with my first. He was born early at 32 weeks because of complications from it. With my 2nd I was on high blood pressure meds as so...
- Take what the docotors say seriously. Mine was never found until I had to have an emergency C-section at 25 weeks. Its best to keep your baby in as long as you can bel...
- Hi S., I was in your shoes 6 yrs ago. My first son was born at 32 due to HELLP. I was 160/100. First time for me., It was a emergency situation though,did not catch it...
Afraid of Being "Put to Sleep"
Asked by F.S. from Indianapolis
on September 14, 2011
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I go in to have surgery to repair an umblical hernia october 3rd... and Im so nervous about being put to sleep for the procediure. I know another option is to get an e...
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- For me it was only a D & C but I was afraid, too. My BP is quite low and I'm on a tricky medication so I was worried for that reason. I had a wonderful doctor wh...
- I have been put under for a major surgery (femur break-had to have a rod put in my leg). It was fine. Actually very peaceful. I almost died from the actual surgery, so...
- I feel for you so much. I too was nervous. I had gastric bypass and I was put under. I was shaking so bad out of fear. Going under anesthesia is very scary, and yes th...
Mommy's Health
Asked by M.D. from Victoria
on October 26, 2008
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I always figured if I was going to post something it would be about my children and not about me, but here I am. Let me start at the beginning: I have had high blood p...
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- I am 26 years old and I also have been diagnosed with "hereditary" high blood pressure! I notice that I get headaces alot too with or without medication, I know it sou...
- You are way too young to be so sick. See about getting a complete workup while you are well, so, before the next migraine or whatever it may be. I would also find ou...
- Hi! My MIL went through that too...and she eventually found out it was food allergies! She's allergic to eggs, gluten, milk, sugar (she had a very high yeast count w...
My Little Guy Was Just Diagnosed with a Hemangioma
Asked by S.H. from Spokane
on January 13, 2011
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Anyone have any experience with these things??
I had my hubby take him to the pediatrician today to have his eyelid looked at. At first we thought he was just develo...
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- My son has one on his right upper side of his nipple at birth it was the size of a silver dollar now 7 yrs later it has become smaller & the blood vessels have diminis...
- My daughter was born with a large one one the back of her thigh. It was bubbly and bright red. She is 6 now and you can't see it anymore. It slowly went away and was b...
- I work with a lady whose granddaughter just got diagnosed with a hemangioma. I'm not sure if your son's and her's are the same, but she is being treated with blood pr...
Homebirth
Asked by K.E. from Spokane
on April 12, 2010
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Hi ladies,
My hubby and I are getting ready to have our 4th baby, and we have been seeing a midwife for my prenatal care. She is awesome, and I love her. Earlier in...
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- Hi K., I know hundreds of moms who have birthed in water without any issues. The temperature of a regular bath is not what you will want in labor. You are working...
- Kisti, Congratulation on #4!!! I just had baby #3 at a water birthing center and it was wonderful. All of my babies have been with out medication, but this one t...
- Good for you! I've done some research on birthing including home birthing & never came across this.... Wish I had more info. Best of luck!
Swelling?
Asked by T.C. from Johnson City
on November 11, 2010
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ok i am currently prego with what is the 4th for the family, my question is when does swelling in calves and feet start? yes i know odd question with older kids but wi...
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- Bodies can retain fluid and/or swell at any time. Pregnancy makes it more likely, late pregnancy -- even more likely, sitting or standing for long periods even MORE ...
- Sodium will increase swelling when your adrenal hormone cortisol is out of whack. Swelling is not "normal" in the sense that not all pregnant people have swelling....
- I never swelled, so I suppose it varies.
