Menopause Support Group
Menopause is the physiological cessation of menstrual cycles associated with advancing age. It normally occurs in women between the ages of 45 and 55, when the body begins to slow and stop the production of eggs, estrogen and progesterone production decreases, and menstruation diminishes, eventually stopping altogether.
Wanted to update everyone on my second Dr. appointment . I got my blood work results and everything was good except sugar it was only 177 but i ate before I went so think it's just that but she sent me back to hospital to take a ac1 blood work to see what my blood sugar has ben over the last 3 to 6 mos waiting results on that. She said the blood work on the kidneys, liver and thyroid was good and the CBC and the 12 other things she checked for. I thank God for that. Here's the not so good part, okay she was madder than heck when she found out i didn't start the blood pressure meds the reason i didn't was because i had to ask her about the blood sugar issues about it and I also didnt take the Paxil cause it interacted with serious affects with the type of blood pressure meds she wanted me to take plus I dont want paxil to many nasty things i hear about it. She said my blood pressure was 160/100 and the week before that it was 210/90 so she switch blood pressure meds to Amlodipine 5mg (Brand names: Norvasc) anyone on this any problems with it? She said it could swell my legs /feet . anyways she switched paxil to Citalopram 40 mgs. (brand Name:Celexa) anyone here on this? Okay now I came home and took my bloodpressure and it was only like 140/76 i continue to take it the last 3 to 4 days so far and it's been 133/76 and one time 143/82 I want to try diet and such first before I start the bood pressure meds because for some reason when i go to Dr of any kind my body goes into full PANIC so bad it really jacks my blood pressure what the heck causes this and how to stop it..My heart will pound fast and hard out my chest, i become very nervous fear and doom and I can't stop it from happening! She still won't clear me for dentist yet. I see her again next week. I havent started the meds yet. because what if my blood pressure is okay most times except for Dr. and mornings from menopause and it lowers it too low! I read all kinds or horrible side afects to Celexa . I ask Dr to just give me something for only when attacks are bad instead of something to take every single day and she said NO cause they are narcotics !
Do you have a BP monitor at home? I would suggest taking your BP twice a day at different times, making a log of it and the next time you see her show it to her. My BP usually goes up when I go to the doc too, but a few weeks ago when I went I was surprised when she took it - 118/63!
I admire you for not wanting to be on meds, I am not crazy about them either. Are you disciplined enough to do the diet and excersise routine? I am not. Plus my mom, dad had (they are both deceased now) and both my sisters have high bloodpressure - guess mine is a family thing.
I am glad she switched your meds that do not interact well with each other. Kinda scary she didn't recognize that when she first prescribed them to you.
(((Hugs)))
Did you tell the doc that your pressure is a lot lower at home? Of course they expect that. Your #'s don't sound that bad, but, the ones at the doctor are high.
My mother takes Norvasc. The only complaint she has about it is it makes her tired and not feel like doing anything. That would be caused because the dose is too high, although it is a low dose, but he won't make it lower.
Could you maybe deal with the med until the teeth thing is over and then gradually come off it? Maybe after this is all over with it will come down naturally because you'll have all that off your shoulders.
Lastly, make sure your taking your pressure at the same time every day, otherwise it won't make much sense. Your pressure is lowest from about 4pm - 7pm and highest soon after waking. Take it 2 or 3x each time to get an average. My machine does it automatically.
Hope to see you done and over everything soon.
Take Care...........Donna
I also take Fish Oil and Wheat Germ which suppose to lower BP. I read where Green Tea helps lower BP as well. I drink that every now and then. I know I need to keep a check on my BP but right now with all my muscle tension, etc... I will wait a bit longer. The last time I went to the doc a few weeks ago.. my BP was fine.
One lady was freaking herself out so bad taking her BP her doc told her to get rid of my monitor. She said she was driving herself nuts - if you are nervous when taking your BP you will definitely get high readings - that's why I need to stay away from my monitor for a while.
here's my 64 dollar question maybe two.
1. If I take the blood pressure medicine and still have white coat high blood pressure is it still going to lower by taking the pill.
2. I have full blown panic attacks just entering a Doctors office and that raises my blood pressure sky high. So dont think blood pressure pill will help that would it?
Now the 64$ question .
Do I need blood pressure pill only?
Or do i need just a panic pill?
What will stop the white coat blood pressure and the panic anxiety .
If i go to oral surgeon without either blood pressure or panic medicines after they put me to sleep will my blood pressure and panic stop at that time?
I'm at my wits end but I STILL know I gotta do it just want to feel comfortable with whats best.
I know your worried not making fun of you just trying to lighten your mood a little.
Like my sis said - we gotta trust someone at some point. I don't think your the first person to ever get in a dentist chair with these issues and I would think any surgeon, oral or otherwise would take all into consideration before doing any procedure.
Try to take some deep breaths, run these questions by your doc and dentist. Not saying you will feel totally comfy when it comes time for the surgery I know I wouldn't and that is normal.
(((HUGS)))
1. If I take the blood pressure medicine and still have white coat high blood pressure is it still going to lower by taking the pill.
If you have white coat syndrome and panic when you have your BP taken then it may be slightly elevated - if you can try and relax and have the nurse re-check it then it may be a bit lower - I went through the same thing.
2. I have full blown panic attacks just entering a Doctors office and that raises my blood pressure sky high. So dont think blood pressure pill will help that would it?
Not sure - but if you are have a panic attack - that will raise your pressure a bit whether you are on BP meds or not. Panic attacks will make anybody's pressure go up.
Now the 64$ question .
Do I need blood pressure pill only?
Or do i need just a panic pill? Check with your doctor - a Xanax will help calm you down before you have your BP checked and it probably will be normal. You don't sound like you need to be on anxiety meds everyday. One thing that may help - try doing breathing exercises before you have your pressure checked - I know easier said than done.
I have definitely gone through the same thing and have the same concerns... I can definitely relate. Sometimes I wonder do I need to be on a Anti-Anxiety med or HBP meds. But I am glad my doc said I can take my BP meds every other day.
Joann