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Originally Posted by Hopeless (Post 1066856)

Hi Hopeful,

I just responded with a long story that was not really relevant and might cause some confusion to others that may read it so I deleted it. The renal blockages were discovered accidentally when investigating another problem. Bilateral renal artery bypass was performed. Knowing that uncontrolled hypertension can lead to renal failure and that part of the function of the kidneys is to regulate blood pressure caused me much concern when my mother's renal arteries were occluded

I think my elevated BP (with medication) only at my pain mgt. doc is because I am usually there when my pain is the worst. I guess it is the pain combined with the fact an assistant takes my pressure immediately after rushing me into the exam room before I can even get seated. My other docs personally take my BP after we have been talking for a bit, not upon rushing me into the room.

Whenever I get an elevated reading at the doc's office, I come home and check it to be sure it was a fluke and not a need to change or increase my BP meds.

As far as the different types of BP meds, I know that I was put on a beta blocker by my cardiologist because of my heart rate (tachycardia), not just my BP. I was already on other types of BP meds, the beta blocker was additional. I also know they consider the patient compliance factor especially with some men because of the side effects of some types of BP meds on them. I was just curious what factors determine which type of meds they prescribe for hypertension. I know some considerations but wonder about the other factors.

Sure hope you find the reason for your recent elevations. I don't need to tell you how important it is to control BP as you already know that and are taking all the right steps toward proper care of yourself. Sorry that your nursing background is now needed to care for yourself. Thanks for your postings.

Thanks Hopeless. Sometimes I'm happy I'm a nurse and sometimes not. In some cases too much knowledge is a problem.

It's crazy when I went into cardiac care my daughter developed a heart condition that lasted a few years. When it happened I knew what it was, what tests were needed and what medications should be taken. Thank goodness I took her to a good cardiologist and things were taken care of.

At that time I wondered if God put be in cardiac care so I could recognize the problem. :winky:

Hi Hopeful,

Yes, it could very well be the catalyst that put you in the place to have the knowledge you would need later for your daughter. They say HE (GOD) works in mysterious ways and I believe that.

I am so sorry that you have become your own patient. At least your background will help you understand some of the things docs say that many patients have go over their head. Of course, like you said, that, too, could be a detriment. Sometimes ignorance IS bliss.

With your knowledge, it can be both a help and a hindrance. So glad to have you here and helping all of us. Thanks so much for sharing your time with us.

Best wishes to you and hoping better health for you.

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Originally Posted by zygopetalum (Post 1066788)

Per WebMD, its listed elsewhere too.

Infrequent side effects of Synthroid oral:

High Blood Pressure
Weight Loss

Sorry, I missed the second page and didn't see that the Synthyroid had already been suggested...

I don't want to be an alarmist but I developed neuropathy when I was taking Amlodipine (Norvasc), I don't know if it caused it because other meds trigger it too for me but it did get somewhat better when I stopped. If your neuropathy gets worse consider that it might be playing a role, its a listed rare side effect. Don't eat a bunch of grapefruit or drink a lot of the juice, it isn't supposed to affect the metabolism of that particular calcium channel blocker but I think it did for me.

judi

I have had cancer with two re-occurrences. When I was going thru my treatments I was put on Amlodipine Besylate 10mg. I'm not sure exactly when but I developed severe Neuropathy in the bottom of both feet. I would like to know where your Neuropathy is and how you determined that it was caused by the Amlodipine ? I'm thinking of contacting my Dr. about this. I wish I had of seen this before. My bottle does not mention anything about Neuropathy as a possible side effect.

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Originally Posted by hopeful (Post 1066596)

I have to start Amlodipine 5 mgs. Has/does anyone take this?

I have taken this at bedtime for a few years now and also take lisinopril in the morning. Like you, strokes and heart disease run in my family. Taking these meds is a small price to pay for controlling it. I was diagnosed with hypertension in my early 40s, a couple of years following a hysterectomy and my MS diagnosis. Stress can be a huge factor as well. Any sort of decongestant can elevate it greatly, as can coffee and anti-inflammatory pain pills.