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Old 10-04-2012, 10:24 PM
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xrpodn, You need to bring this up with your neurologist and/or primary doctor right away. Yes, that is a VERY big jump. And it could make your MG worse. Do not make any changes until you talk to your doctors.

Yes, MG can cause high blood pressure - via weak muscles. Muscles help the circulatory system, for one. Two, when MG gets worse, the heart pumps faster to get the body more oxygen, thereby raising your pulse.

Everything in the body is connected in one way or another. You know how some athletes have bradycardia (low heart rate)? It's because they are in such good shape that their hearts don't have to work as hard.

Always check with your doctor if you have a BP or heart rate that is too high or low. Know what your normal BP and HR are so that you can know if they change! Your normal may not be the same as someone else's normal.

Fred, chime in anytime with questions! There's a pretty big learning curve with MG. I hope you're doing okay.

Annie
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