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Forum - RESPeRATE User Reviews
Topic - unpredictable performance of machine
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[size=6][font=Times New Roman]For few days the mcahine was working fine. Lately it takes very long recognition time. I cannot use the machine. I tried to adjust the belt and sensor. Changed the seating postion. Tried changing of time. I am afraid ...
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Your questions about high blood pressure are answered by our board certified doctor. Browse through hundreds of helpful answers or ask your own question in our Ask Dr. Rowena page. Here’s a recent question:.
Acute pain and blood pressure
Topic - Blood Pressure & Hypertension
Q: Sometimes I get hurt at work and my nurse tells me that my BP is a result of the pain. Does that make sense? A: Acute pain causes an increase in blood pressure because pain increases sympathetic nerve activity. However, if your blood pressure readings are in the abnormal range, further evaluation is indicated. This is particularly true as your blood pressure has been elevated on more than one occasion.
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For an interesting collection of information, blogs and news about hypertension, visit our All About Hypertension page. Take a look at a recent snippet:
Medication: Avapro/ irbesartan (ARB)
Topic - Medication: Avapro/ irbesartan (ARB)
How Avapro Reduces Blood Pressure Avapro (irbesartan) is one of a new class of blood pressure medication called angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs). Angiotensin II is a chemical that causes the muscles surrounding the blood vessels to contract (tighten). This in turn narrows the blood vessels. This narrowing increases the pressure within the blood vessels and can cause high blood pressure (hypertension). Avapro works by blocking the action of angiotensin II. As a result, the blood vessels dilate (relax) and blood pressure is reduced. Other ARB medications include Diovan, Cozaar, Atacand, Micardis, Atacand Plus, and Hyzaar. Although these medications are beneficial, many times they are...
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