Something is wrong, but l don't know what.
By Kandase
@Kandae11 (56566)
June 19, 2025 8:43am CST
I haven't had a cold or flu in little over 20 years ( l don't even remember what it feels like) . So why do l suffer from high blood pressure ( hypertension)?
I eat right, do a bit of exercise, but for some time now, my pressure is not stable.
Last week l finally went for my annual blood work. My cholesterol fine, sugar fine, but iron levels a bit low- and pressure high. I really don't know what else l should do..
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@Beestring (15500)
• Hong Kong
17h
I heard that sometimes high blood pressure is related to family history. Does any of your family like your parents or siblings has high blood pressure?
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@snowy22315 (191252)
• United States
16h
Do you get stressed easily?, maybe doing yoga or meditation would help, or even walking might have benefits. Sorry you have this going on.
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@snowy22315 (191252)
• United States
15h
@Kandae11 Yes, it can. Maybe you should stop worrying about what foods to avoid and concentrate on enjoying life more. You know enough now, and have enough self control not to overeat. Water and fluids yes, very important for BP control.
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@Kandae11 (56566)
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16h
I know l worry over every little thing and it is easier for me to stop eating certain foods than to stop worrying.
My results also noted that l was dehydrated, and l know l do not drink enough water. I am working on that because dehydration could contribute to elevated blood pressure.
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@Shivram59 (42685)
• India
15h
Is there in your family who has the same problem??
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@popciclecold (39989)
• United States
16h
I hope you find out what the problem is.
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@Jenaisle (14800)
• Philippines
5h
It could be essential hypertension, one that is inherited, just like me.
You would need a maintenance medication to maintain a normal BP. It's dangerous not to because you can never tell when your BP spikes, which can cause a stroke or heart attack. That's why it is called the 'silent killer' because it comes like a thief in the night.
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@Jenaisle (14800)
• Philippines
4h
@Kandae11 Yes, that's true. Stress and strenuous physical activity could aggravate it. Relax and consult your doctor for an appropriate maintenance medication.
I'm not scaring you, but my husband went to heaven because he refused to take his maintenance dose. He said he was feeling well then and that his BP was normal, but it spiked when he physically exerted himself, leading to a heart attack.
@abhi_bangal (6159)
• Ahmednagar, India
12h
Meditation should help you. Also deep breathing is something that comes in handy. Have experienced it so I can say confidently.
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@abhi_bangal (6159)
• Ahmednagar, India
6h
@Kandae11 But before trying get some information about it. That'll be helpful. You'll know the dos and don'ts.
@allknowing (147759)
• India
8h
Now that you have it you should deal with it Having blood preasure is quite common.
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@allknowing (147759)
• India
8h
@Kandae11 The doctor will give you a tablet which you need to take every day without fail. I have been having it for years.
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@DaddyEvil (151171)
• United States
13h
Different diseases are genetic and we only have partial control over them if we're lucky. Most of my family have high blood pressure. (Mom had low blood pressure.) The more stressful our living/working conditions are, the sooner high blood pressure rears its head in our family. I started showing signs of high blood pressure in my mid-thirties. I started taking meds for it in my early-forties... I still have high blood pressure but not as bad as it was when I was working. I still take high blood pressure meds but not as much as I used to need.
Good luck with yours.
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@DaddyEvil (151171)
• United States
13h
@Kandae11 
I'd be at the beach every day if I could get there. Instead, I live in the center of the continental US... Beaches are far away from here.
I drink a gallon and a half of water every 24 hours and only have a small amount of stress now.
I'd be at the beach every day if I could get there. Instead, I live in the center of the continental US... Beaches are far away from here.
I drink a gallon and a half of water every 24 hours and only have a small amount of stress now.2 people like this
@DaddyEvil (151171)
• United States
13h
@Kandae11 You won't need to drink that much and I need to recalculate how much I need to drink since I've been losing weight lately... That was calculated for when I weighed 300 lbs.
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@Kandae11 (56566)
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13h
I see what you mean. Stress and genetics could be factors to consider. I was told that l was dehydrated as well - which also contributes to it.
I am working on drinking more liquids and also decreasing stress levels. Imagine l live five minutes away from the beach and l haven't been there in years.
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@MarieCoyle (45172)
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13h
Sometimes the reason for high BP just isn't clear. My oldest son is lean and very fit, works out, he's active. He has had high BP since he was 20 years old. He takes a pill every day for it, and it helps him a lot. Will the doctor give you a prescription? It is way less of a risk to take the BP meds than it is to have high BP constantly. I hope you can find a solution!
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@Kandae11 (56566)
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11h
Yes l am on BP meds, but l don't like taking them because l read they can cause kidney problems down the road. I also felt that eating the way l do should be enough. Unfortunately no, l probably have to worry less , drink more water and stick to the meds - for now.
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@MarieCoyle (45172)
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6h
@Kandae11
Sometimes, it just doesn't go away by doing all the right things. It's nothing you are doing wrong. The alternative of not taking it and having high BP isn't good, either. Yes, it can have side effects, but the side effects of high BP can be a heart attack or stroke. It's a hard call, I know.
@GardenGerty (164248)
• United States
9h
If your doctor is not concerned, maybe it is "white coat syndrome". Your blood pressure is higher when you have to take it for a medical professional. A lot of people have that problem.
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@RasmaSandra (86123)
• Daytona Beach, Florida
9h
Take a look at this link maybe it can help
https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/high-blood-pressure/in-depth/high-blood-pressure/art-20046974
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@arunima25 (90697)
• Bangalore, India
4h
It might be genetic. Even if no one in your family has it, you might be the first one to express the genes. I had the same question when I was diagnosed with type 1.5 diabetes ( insulin dependent) at young age of 21, despite being an athlete and health conscious youth. No one in my family ever had diabetes before age of 60( type 2). But then you have to accept it, stay positive and live through managing it. Take care
