IcePrincess88 Posted July 22, 2015 Share Posted July 22, 2015 For the last 2 or 3 months, my heart rate has been through the roof. It's always over 100, even at rest. My GP chalked it up to caffeine, but I don't believe that. But now, I'm noticing that my blood pressure is raising too. I just seen my Pain Management doctor a couple hours ago, and on the print out sheet he gave me was information about tobacco cessation(I smoke) and hypertension. At my GP appointment a week ago, my blood pressure was 126/80. Today it was 121/81. What the hell is going on here??? Could this be a medication side effect or is there something really wrong with me? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wooster Posted July 22, 2015 Share Posted July 22, 2015 (edited) Anywhere under 120/80 is normal for adults.American Heart Association and UK guidelines say readings over 140/90 that stay consistently elevated over time are cause for concern.You aren't substantially over the suggested range.My blood pressure is usually higher than my resting rate because I usually walk to my appointment and I get anxious around health care providers.PS-I'm sure you already know this, but quitting smoking can substantially improve your cardiac and respiratory health. Edited July 22, 2015 by Wooster Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IcePrincess88 Posted July 22, 2015 Author Share Posted July 22, 2015 That's a relief! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
melissaw72 Posted July 22, 2015 Share Posted July 22, 2015 You're blood pressure is lower than mine usually is when it is taken, and I've never been told my blood pressure is too high. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jt07 Posted July 22, 2015 Share Posted July 22, 2015 I would cut off my right arm to have a blood pressure like yours. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IcePrincess88 Posted July 22, 2015 Author Share Posted July 22, 2015 So my blood pressure is normal then? The only reason I was concerned is because it has raised considerable this year. My normal blood pressure is closer to 100/60. But I guess I have gained weight and don't eat very healthy, and there's the smoking. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sync Posted July 22, 2015 Share Posted July 22, 2015 I'd ask your doc about it. My BP is usually in the 120/80 range and they always tell me it's good, but it's always good to ask the nurse or gdoc if you're worried about it because it's changed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cosima Posted July 22, 2015 Share Posted July 22, 2015 my blood pressure was around the same as yours the last time it was taken and the doctor never mentioned it being a concern. my heart rate is also really high but it's always been very high so i guess that normal for me.i have extreme anxiety at doctors offices so that could also be a factor and they probably consider that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jt07 Posted July 23, 2015 Share Posted July 23, 2015 Increased blood pressure can also be a side effect of Wellbutrin. But honestly, my doctor would love to have my BP around 120/80. Of course we are all different, but if my blood pressure were 100/60 I'd be feeling very bad. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IcePrincess88 Posted July 23, 2015 Author Share Posted July 23, 2015 Thank you all! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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