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What Causes Elevated Blood Pressure?
Sister Blood Pressure may register 200/110 then within mins may plummet to 70/50. Hx of spinal surgeries (scoliosis repair 2 part and cervical spine surg) in last 3 yrs. Seen by Cardio,b/p meds changed freq w no real changes. Surgeon says no relation to surg. Will see neurologist soon. Any suggestion for neuro questions or tests? Or direct me to research.
Fri, 24 Aug 2018
Hi,
Such variations which you are describing related to blood pressure can happen with autonomic nervous system dysfunction. Hence, you need to undergo certain tests related to assessment of automatic nervous system. It will be done when you consult Neurologist.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Such variations which you are describing related to blood pressure can happen with autonomic nervous system dysfunction. Hence, you need to undergo certain tests related to assessment of automatic nervous system. It will be done when you consult Neurologist.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
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