What Causes Weakness In A BP Patient?
Last year the doctors had put her on Eslo/Eslo D for her BP. But over time she started to feel very weak and we changed to Amlodipine &Telmisartan recently, but with not so great results in controling her hypertension. It remains in the range of 145-160/75-80 Pl advise.
C-reactive protein test necessary.
Detailed Answer:
Hi XXXXXX,
Thanks for asking.
I am Dr. Prakash HM and I will be answering your query.
Looking at the clinical history and query, my opinion is as follows:
1. The cause of weakness could be
a. Anemia
b. Chronic inflammation - raised ESR indicates chronic inflammation. - Does she have any fever, joints pain, etc.
c. Her total leukocyte count is less and her neutrophil is also mildly reduced, - indicating she might be having chronic inflammation.
2. The blood pressure is varying a bit. However, at this age, a BP of 140/90 is well controlled.
3. To improve weakness she can follow:
a. Her diet needs to watched for. She needs to have regular smaller quantities.
b. Regular sleep.
c. Mild walking/exercises
d. Family involvement with increased social activities.
Do get a CRP (c-reactive protein) test. Her ESR is high indicating inflammation.
Are any lymphnodes enlarged?
Hope it helps.
Any further queries, happy to help again.
Dr. Prakash HM