Re: Blood pressure - My Doctor is a putz.
From: GaryG (sorrynoemail_at_NOSPAMX.com)
Date: 01/10/05
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Date: Mon, 10 Jan 2005 09:23:10 -0800
"Mike" <find@reply.to> wrote in message
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> Last year my blood pressure was considered good for my age. Now
> however, it seems it is bad.
>
> I have gained weight and been relatively inactive for the latter
> six months of last year. In November I had a BP reading of
> 140/90, so I started brisk walking exercise for at least 40mins,
> and at least three times a week. Today I had another BP reading
> and it is now 120/90. My doctor has prescribed drugs.
>
> I asked what the reading meant and what I could do to bring it
> down myself. He said the lower reading of 90 is the problem and
> that he was going to treat it with drugs. He then gave me a
> prescription, which is now in the bin. Also, on both occasions I
> had just arrived at the surgery and had not rested. Now I have
> just found this..
>
> > Tips for Having Your Blood Pressure Taken
> >
> > Don't drink coffee or smoke cigarettes 30 minutes before having your
> > blood pressure measured.
>
> Had a cup of tea within that time.
>
> > Before the test, sit for five minutes with your back supported and
> > your feet flat on the ground. Rest your arm on a table at the level
> > of your heart.
>
> Did not rest and held my arm level with my heart *without*
> support.
>
> > Wear short sleeves so your arm is exposed.
>
> Didn't expect the test, was wearing long sleeves.
>
> > Go to the bathroom prior to the reading. A full bladder can change
> > your blood pressure reading.
>
> Didn't do this either.
>
> > Get two readings, taken at least two minutes apart, and average the
> > results.
>
> Or that.
>
> > Ask the doctor or nurse to tell you the blood pressure reading in
> > numbers.
>
> Doctor became aggravated when I pushed for information. All I
> asked is one question, "what does that mean please"?
>
> The reason I visited the doctor is due to pain in the area of the
> kidneys. I have just read that high blood perssure can result in
> a strain on the kidneys. Given my history of contracting
> septicaemia a couple of years back, I would not be surprised if
> my kidneys were 'vulnerable'.
>
> Can anyone advise on what the readings mean and what I can do to
> reduce them? I am gurrently walking three times a week as
> perviously mentioned. I also cut my alcohol intake to a couple of
> glasses of wine two nights a week. I eat salad and vegetables,
> meat and fish, fruit and er.. chocolate. :-)
>
> Thanks.
Have you considered purchasing a home blood pressure monitor? They're
relatively inexpensive, and reasonably accurate. They also allow you to
monitor your blood pressure more frequently, and at your own convenience.
And, when you take your own blood pressure, you can follow the recommended
testing protocol (something many busy doctor's office's do not seem to do).
Here's some reading for more info:
http://www.americanheart.org/presenter.jhtml?identifier=2114
-- GG http://www.WeightWare.com Your Weight and Health Diary
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