High Blood Pressure in the Elderly
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Lowering My Blood Pressure without Pills
My blood pressure has been a challenge these past few years... sometimes too low, sometimes too high. I'm trying to take fewer meds and supplements, so here are a few "natural" things I'm doing to keep my blood pressure in check.
7 CommentsWhy I’m Ditching the Blood Pressure Pills I’ve Taken for 40 Years
Medical authorities now say blood pressure for seniors without cardiac issues can go safely up to 150/90. For that and other reasons, I'm quitting the pills. Here's why.
11 Comments3 Ways Blood Pressure Meds Can Lower Your Dementia Risk
Taking medication to manage high blood pressure may provide protection against Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia.
2 CommentsHigh Blood Pressure Guidelines and Treatments for Seniors
According to the American Heart Association, a reading of 130/80 mmHg or higher constitutes high blood pressure, also known as hypertension. Learn blood pressure guidelines for seniors to ensure hypertension is detected and treated promptly.
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High Blood Pressure Questions
Mom is 91 and has macular degeneration that has been fairly stable for years, until recently. What to do?
10 AnswersJoAnn29 Answered Jun 2, 2024Doctor being difficult with plan of care, advice please!
9 AnswersNeedHelpWithMom Replied May 12, 2024Should a patient be taken off of BP meds they’ve been on for 30 years?
20 Answerstaimedowne Answered Jun 26, 2023Can someone recommend the best blood pressure monitor for purchase, please?
21 Answerscwillie Replied Jun 25, 2023
High Blood Pressure Discussions
It has been awhile since I have posted but life has thrown me many curve balls. I am still working on all the paperwork since mom's passing
4 CommentsMaple3044 Commented Feb 2021I feel like I am living groundhog day...
26 CommentsEllensOnly Commented Feb 2019Parkinson’s and blood pressure...
1 Commentcwillie Commented Oct 2018My husband has been spitting and peeing in the kitchen sink, peeing in food containers if I'm in the bathroom. I'm beyond grossed out.
9 CommentsJoAnn29 Commented Oct 2018
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