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What Causes Slightly High BP After A Hysterectomy?

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Posted on Fri, 21 Aug 2015
Question: My blood pressure is 135 over 90. Is this ok? Had a hysterectomy in Dec. & haven't felt well since. Bad stomach. Intestine not working right & light headed all the time . Any suggestions?
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Answered by Dr. Benard Shehu (51 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Following answer to your query.

Detailed Answer:
Hi and thank you for asking!
I read your query and understood your concerns.

Your BP is at the upper limits of the norm and as a such you shouldn't worry about that. The only recommended measures are as follows :
- increase physical activity
- reduce alcohol and salt intake
- quit smoking
- eat foods reach in fresh fruits and vegetables, poor in animal fats and diary
- use omega 3 fish oil supplements

These measures will help to stabilise and lower your BP without any antihypertensive medication.

Hope this was of help!
Wish you health!
Dr. Shehu
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What Causes Slightly High BP After A Hysterectomy?

Brief Answer: Following answer to your query. Detailed Answer: Hi and thank you for asking! I read your query and understood your concerns. Your BP is at the upper limits of the norm and as a such you shouldn't worry about that. The only recommended measures are as follows : - increase physical activity - reduce alcohol and salt intake - quit smoking - eat foods reach in fresh fruits and vegetables, poor in animal fats and diary - use omega 3 fish oil supplements These measures will help to stabilise and lower your BP without any antihypertensive medication. Hope this was of help! Wish you health! Dr. Shehu