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Nicsgrl 09/30/2009

Today was horrible, I had to be monitored for a few hours due to two really high initial blood pressure readings at the dr's office today. I always have severe panic attacks when I get my blood pressure checked or hooked up to any monitors. Everytime the bloodpressure cuff would start to measure my vitals my heart rate would always increase which would cause my blood pressure to rise. They let me go because it eventually leveled out by I hate having to worry about this. I feel like I'm alone in this and the doctor's don't understand. The Dr that saw me today said that that the longest that she would let me go through the pregnancy is 39 weeks which causes me even more panic. I'm currently at 35 weeks. I feel like a nut case and just wish I could stop worrying about my blood pressure and heart rate. I would love to just be able to relax when I'm getting my vitals taken. Is there anyone going through the same thing? The baby was great which is wonderful and I'm incredibly thankful for.

deleted_user 09/30/2009

I know someone who has a real fear of the blood pressure cuff. This might sound cruel but I bought him one to use at home - about 25. One way to deal with phobias is to gradually practice with them and get used to it in a safe environment like your own home. If it's the sensation and thought of the pressure cuff that bothers you then this might help.

deleted_user 10/01/2009

I too have "white coat syndrome" and frequently get really high blood pressure at the drs office. My OB had me get a blood pressue cuff that does it all automatically. I test every morning and if it gets past a certain level I have to call her. So far it hasn't. Maybe you could do that too?

deleted_user 10/01/2009

OMG I have the exact same thing,
I'm 36 weeks and
I'm always scared it going to be high, therefore when I get
in to have it take my blood pressure goes up.
I'm terrified of doctors anyway, so that probably doesnt help.

I was admitted into the hospital because my BP was 190/80,
While in the hospital my BP went down to 110/50, so they released
me. I try to tell the doctors and nurses but they wont listen to me.
But hey, I guess they're just trying to do whats good for my little man (=

Nicsgrl 10/02/2009

Thanks you all for the comforting responses. I hate getting so worked up over a blood pressure cuff and monitors. Congratulations to you all and I hope you all get over this phobia, I know how disabilitaing it can be. Have a wonderful weekend.

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