Hi everybody, well I went for my yearly physical on Fri and my dr. did a urine test on me and said I'm starting to show signs of kidney damage from high BP, and that she has a 5 year window to get it down or else I would have to have kidney dialysis. That really freaked me out, to say the...
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I Need Help Understanding Labs low WBCTue, 18 Dec 2007 06:11:00 GMTHi. I've been having problems for a while now with my health. It seems like ever since I caught mononucleosis about 3 years ago I haven't been the same. I had several CBC's done, and they all came back somewhat ok. Normal red blood cells, etc. The only thing that was strange...
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Is there a way to lower both the systolic & distolic pressure independently?Sat, 15 Dec 2007 14:19:00 GMTI was wondering if this can be done with different meds. My systolic seems to be doing much better in the 120-140ish range. My diastolic however ranges from the 90's - 100's. Does Lisinopril 20mg bring down just the systolic? My doctor seemed to be fine with 128/98 at my last visit...
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sores that dont healThu, 13 Dec 2007 07:46:00 GMTquite embarassing... I have two that just will not go away. any suggestions? Cause and solution would be great http://www.healthboards.com/ubb/wink.gifb...
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Polycythemia VeraWed, 19 Dec 2007 05:14:00 GMTI came across some old Lab results.My RBC was 5.43 with a normal value of 4.0-5.4 [Adult Fem] M/cmm.This doesn't seem to high and my Doctor didn't seem concerned as he didn't say anything.After reading the results and doing a search for causes of elevated RBC,I recalled Years ago...
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External cartoid arterySun, 16 Dec 2007 11:37:00 GMTI have stenosis of the external artery not the internal one. The internal one provides blood to the brain, the external the right side of the face. Doctor says there is no real treatment for external stenosis. Anyone ever hear of this?...
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Ace Inhibitor Lisinopril & multivitaminsMon, 17 Dec 2007 20:54:00 GMTI have been on Lisinopril for about 1 month now and I was told that I have to watch potassium. (not to take a potassium supplement) Is it safe to take a multivitamin ONE A DAY men`s health formula with potassium of 100 mg per tablet? I was told that my kidneys will or could store potassium and...
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Anyone know anything about BenicarTue, 18 Dec 2007 10:21:00 GMTWent to the doc today and he added Benicar 20 mg bid. Anyone know anything about this med? All imput greatly appreciated!:wave:...
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Started taking MagnesiumMon, 17 Dec 2007 22:55:00 GMTAs I've been med-free for 2 weeks with a 120/90 reading, I've included vitamins to help bring it even lower. I've been taking magnesium (500 mg a day), Fish oil ( 2,000 mg a day), and garlic tabs (2 a day). I plan on adding CQ10. So far, I've noticed a slight decrease in m...
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symtpoms of low ferritin vs. low hgbFri, 14 Dec 2007 22:48:00 GMTHi, I'm new here and am so glad that I have found this board! I have recently been diagnosed with very low ferritin (7) and just had my first IV iron treatment last week, with another one tomorrow. I also have a condition called hypopituitarism which means that all (or most) of my hormones...
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slower clotting timeWed, 19 Dec 2007 09:14:00 GMTHi, I just had some pre-op blood tests. One of the tests measured clotting time, which came back slower than normal. The nurse wants to repeat it because I took advil I week ago. All other blood work was normal. Could advil cause this and how long before it returns to normal? Any info appre...
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What is HypertensionMon, 17 Dec 2007 14:26:00 GMTThe New York Times Editorial page weighed in on this yesterday.The paper described the efforts to establish newer more stringent guidlines to include more people as hypertensives.Hypertension, which is a risk factor for developing cardiovascular disease, is currently defined as a blood pressure...
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CBC test resultsSun, 16 Dec 2007 13:07:00 GMTI went to see my OB/GYN last tuesday and they did a CBC on me. On Thursday they called and said my White blood count was high 12.1 and my plalette count was 475. They told me to go and see my PCP so I did on Friday. She sent me for an x-ray of my lungs and sinus' which both came back fin...
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symptoms?Mon, 17 Dec 2007 10:57:00 GMTHiI'm new.I was just told yesterday that my iron levels are very low.I have not been told yet how low.I wonder if that is the cause of all my symptoms.shortness of breath - all the timechest painbeing tired all the timedizziness and being off balance also ringing in earsheadachesheart papsI...
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Help! Plz read!Sat, 15 Dec 2007 10:34:00 GMTHey there, I am an 18 year old female. My blood pressure has been UP down battle since I was 14. Recently I have been feeling dizzy and VERY red in the face and ears. When someone feels my face they say I have a fever. Is it fever or just blood pressure? The last 2 days my BP has been, 150/80, 1...
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Amazing how some docs differ on BP med recommendationsSun, 16 Dec 2007 15:02:00 GMTI just found that out last week when I had to go in to another doc that I use occassionally (very seldom) for something quick, like sore throats, stitches, or in my case a "tic bite". Yeah, stupid tic bit me in the waist line and I noticed a "ring" around the bite.At any rate, I began discussing...
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Research Herbal SupplementsWed, 19 Dec 2007 00:50:00 GMTMany people experiment with supplements, with or without their doctor's and/or pharmacist's knowledge. Before taking a supplement (especially when already taking a rx medication!), one should inform the doctor and the pharmacist of one's intentions...and in addition, it may be he...
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23 high BPTue, 18 Dec 2007 23:13:00 GMTWell, the last couple of times I have seen a doctor, my BP has been 140/90. My doc said absolutely nothing about it either time and it wasn't until recently that I realized how high that actually is, especially being only 23. I do get pretty anxious at the docs office, and I get upset with...
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Some insight, pleaseMon, 17 Dec 2007 09:46:00 GMTHello there. I'm hoping someone can shed a little light on my situation.I've had a history of fatiuge problems due to an awful bout with mono a few years ago. I've gotten steadily better, but recently I've had a setback.I went to a new doctor last week, mainly for a sore thro...
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bleeding ulcer & anemiaTue, 18 Dec 2007 13:03:00 GMTHi there!I wrote a little while ago about my situation with the anemia (thanks for your response Christine!) and since then, I have found out that I have an ulcer. I had a colonoscopy and gastroscopy yesterday. I didn't get to talk to my dr because I was completely 'out' and now I...
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headaches & high bpSun, 16 Dec 2007 15:46:00 GMTHow high does the bp need to be before it causes headaches? I've recently had elevated bp(140's/80's), which may not sound that bad but its usually 20 points lower(in each direction). A constant headache (which wakes me up at night), nausea..(no vomiting), dizzy spells. Of course,...
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how?Thu, 17 Mar 2011 12:05:00 GMThow can you tell if you are hypoglycemic?...
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Slight anemic?Sat, 15 Dec 2007 18:50:00 GMTWhen i went for my physical in Oct. my CBC came back, slightly anemic. My doctor said it is probably normal for me and that she would retest me in three months. Is it possible for it to change alot in 3 months? I wasn't feeling the least bit tired when she did the test 3 months ago, but now...
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side effects of lisiniprilSat, 15 Dec 2007 03:20:00 GMTHas anyone out there experienced any type of hair loss while taking lisinipril, the generic for prinivil? Also dizziness and fatigue? I have been taking 40 mg per day for three and one half years....
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HBP causing pain in hands?Sun, 16 Dec 2007 18:29:00 GMTi tend to notice that every time my left hand hurts or tingles my blood pressure tends to be somewhere around 140+/80 or higher.sometimes my finger tips and palm on my left hand feel like they are going to explode they are under so much pressure.while i know my BP isnt too terribly high, i find...
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Started taking lipronisil & now get heartburnTue, 18 Dec 2007 12:45:00 GMTI recently began taking Lisinopril. It is combined with Atenolol which I have taken alone for a while. Now I get heartburn 1 -3 times a week. I have never had heartburn in my life and my doctor thinks it is unimportant. I feel it is more than a coincidence that this is happening. Has anyone else...
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iv iron side effectsWed, 19 Dec 2007 09:56:00 GMTDo you know the iv iron side effects ? deletedmy husbands iron was a 3.5 thats why he husband is having to take the iv iron. Thanks<This site is for on-board use only. Please read the rules before posting.>...
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Protein S FunctionalSat, 15 Dec 2007 11:25:00 GMTI just received my tests that confirm that i have this disorder. What is it? How did i get it? What will it mean for me in the future? Anyone who has this or could offer info or advice would be greatly appreciated....
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Life Expectancy - UNTREATED Polycythemia?Wed, 19 Dec 2007 09:17:00 GMTHi:I'm a 67-year-old male with a couple of questions. I've read that the life expectancy for UNTREATED Polycythemia Vera is somewhere between 6 months to 2 years. Anyone know whether that estimate holds true for UNTREATED Secondary Polycythemia?Have also read that phlebotomies and cons...
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Very low blood pressure w/a racing pulse?Tue, 18 Dec 2007 00:23:00 GMTI've always had low blood pressure so for me it's normal. Three days ago I went to the dentist for a tooth extraction. I didn't think I was nervous but they could tell by looking at me that I didn't feel well, and when they asked if I was alright, I shook my head (this was...
Do you know the iv iron side effects ? deletedmy husbands iron was a 3.5 thats why he husband is having to take the iv iron. Thanks<This site is for on-board use only. Please read the rules before posting.>...
I just received my tests that confirm that i have this disorder. What is it? How did i get it? What will it mean for me in the future? Anyone who has this or could offer info or advice would be greatly appreciated....
Hi:I'm a 67-year-old male with a couple of questions. I've read that the life expectancy for UNTREATED Polycythemia Vera is somewhere between 6 months to 2 years. Anyone know whether that estimate holds true for UNTREATED Secondary Polycythemia?Have also read that phlebotomies and cons...
I've always had low blood pressure so for me it's normal. Three days ago I went to the dentist for a tooth extraction. I didn't think I was nervous but they could tell by looking at me that I didn't feel well, and when they asked if I was alright, I shook my head (this was...
How high does the bp need to be before it causes headaches? I've recently had elevated bp(140's/80's), which may not sound that bad but its usually 20 points lower(in each direction). A constant headache (which wakes me up at night), nausea..(no vomiting), dizzy spells. Of course,...
how can you tell if you are hypoglycemic?...
When i went for my physical in Oct. my CBC came back, slightly anemic. My doctor said it is probably normal for me and that she would retest me in three months. Is it possible for it to change alot in 3 months? I wasn't feeling the least bit tired when she did the test 3 months ago, but now...
Has anyone out there experienced any type of hair loss while taking lisinipril, the generic for prinivil? Also dizziness and fatigue? I have been taking 40 mg per day for three and one half years....
i tend to notice that every time my left hand hurts or tingles my blood pressure tends to be somewhere around 140+/80 or higher.sometimes my finger tips and palm on my left hand feel like they are going to explode they are under so much pressure.while i know my BP isnt too terribly high, i find...
I recently began taking Lisinopril. It is combined with Atenolol which I have taken alone for a while. Now I get heartburn 1 -3 times a week. I have never had heartburn in my life and my doctor thinks it is unimportant. I feel it is more than a coincidence that this is happening. Has anyone else...