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What Causes Shortness Of Breath And Dizziness While Suffering From Hypertension?

hi. 32/F BMI 22. in the past week, i have experienced sudden onset isolated systolic stage 1 hypertension. my average resting HR is in the mid 70 s. Today, HR is in the low 80 s. it has been as high as 84 (last month). I started checking my BP when I noticed that I was reaching 165 on an easy walk. this morning, there was a period of about an hour where my resting HR was above 100. i had shortness of breath, tremors, uneasiness. i can see my pulse in my neck. i ve been getting cramps in my abdomen and feel light headed. in combination with the sudden blood pressure concerns, I m a bit worried. if I go to the ER, will there be anything that they can do? or will they just send me to see my primary care doctor (who will send me off to someone else).
Wed, 27 Mar 2019
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Hello,

You have a high BP for your age. Get it checked for 3 consecutive days and once hypertension is established,you need work up like Xray chest,ECG,ECHO,LIPID PROFILE,Renal ultrasound and renal doppler.

Shortness of breath might be because of compromised left ventricle function.

Sometimes thyroid abnormality is associated with hypertension in youngs.

Regular compliance with antihypertensives (especially beta-blockers) will take care of your BP and health.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Take care

Regards,
Dr AJEET SINGH, General & Family Physician
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What Causes Shortness Of Breath And Dizziness While Suffering From Hypertension?

Hello, You have a high BP for your age. Get it checked for 3 consecutive days and once hypertension is established,you need work up like Xray chest,ECG,ECHO,LIPID PROFILE,Renal ultrasound and renal doppler. Shortness of breath might be because of compromised left ventricle function. Sometimes thyroid abnormality is associated with hypertension in youngs. Regular compliance with antihypertensives (especially beta-blockers) will take care of your BP and health. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr AJEET SINGH, General & Family Physician