Here’s What Might Happen If You Stop Taking Your Blood Pressure Medicines

Will it hurt to miss one blood pressure pill? If you miss a single dose of blood pressure medicationit is usually not a problem. But it is… read more

High Blood Pressure and Women with PCOS

Females with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) are at higher risk of hypertension. Referred to as “the silent killer” for its mostly absent warning signs, hypertension (high blood pressure)… read more

Hypertensive Crisis: When You Should Call 911 for High Blood Pressure

At what blood pressure do you call 911? Call 911 or emergency medical services if your blood pressure is 180/120 mm Hg or greater and you have chest pain, shortness… read more

Why Do I Have High Blood Pressure but a Low Pulse?

What causes a low pulse with high blood pressure? High blood pressure thickens the heart muscles making it difficult to conduct electrical impulses through the thick tissue. Your… read more

The Rule on Blood Pressure Meds: Stick to Your Doctor’s Orders

Can a doctor lower your blood pressure? Many people need to take a combination of different medicines. You may need to take blood pressure medicine for the rest of… read more