Got back from the ER a short time ago
By Laurel (L_B)
@Happy2BeMe (99380)
Canada
October 26, 2016 7:15pm CST
My boss drove me to the ER and waited there with me until my fiance arrived. When the nurse took my BP it was 190/110. They ran blood test and did an EKG. I was in there for about three hours. They said all the blood work came back good and that there is no damage done to my heart yet. The emergency room doctor is sending me to see a heart doctor. The heart doctor's office will be contacting me to set up an appointment. They need to figure out why my BP is still staying high with meds. It was down to normal after I laid there for awhile. The heart doctor will do a stress test as well. Not sure how long it will take to get an appointment. In the meantime I just have to keep taking my meds and monitor my blood pressure. If I have chest pain, numbness, etc. I am to go back to the ER. Right now I feel not too bad. I am taking tomorrow off work just to relax and I may take Friday off too depending on how I am feeling.
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29 responses
@LovingMyBabies (85285)
• Valdosta, Georgia
27 Oct 16
I'm so glad your back and updated us. I was worried! I'm sorry for the day you have had. =( I hope they figure out what's wrong soon so they can get it under control for you. 
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@Happy2BeMe (99380)
• Canada
27 Oct 16
Thank you Jennifer. It has been a very stressful past few days and I really don't need the stress. :(
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@youless (112671)
• Guangzhou, China
27 Oct 16
It is very kind of your boss to drive you to the ER and stayed there with you. I hope there is not a serious problem for you. And your BP was not normal because you were just tired. Pay attention to your diet and I hope you will stay healthy.
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@youless (112671)
• Guangzhou, China
27 Oct 16
@Happy2BeMe I look forward to hearing from your good news.
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@youless (112671)
• Guangzhou, China
28 Oct 16
@enlightenedpsych2 Exercises and less salty food.
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@Happy2BeMe (99380)
• Canada
27 Oct 16
Thank you. I will be making changes in my lifestyle.
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@hereandthere (45639)
• Philippines
27 Oct 16
what a great boss you have. i hope the mystery gets solved soon. yes, it's better to stay home for a while.
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@Happy2BeMe (99380)
• Canada
27 Oct 16
Thank you! I have been with the company so long that we are all like family.
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what happens when the BP goes that high?@Happy2BeMe (99380)
• Canada
27 Oct 16
Yes it can be dangerous for stroke or heart attack. It can damage your heart.
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Please keep us posted.
@sissy15 (12350)
• United States
29 Oct 16
I have a friend going through something similar right now, only it's not her BP she has other stuff going on that they can't figure out. It seems to be a bad year for these kinds of things. Hopefully they can figure it all out and take care of it soon. I hope you feel better soon.
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@sissy15 (12350)
• United States
29 Oct 16
@Happy2BeMe You're welcome, and thank you, she is starting to get some answers, and we're hoping that she doesn't get bad news.
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@salonga (27775)
• Philippines
27 Oct 16
Oh dear that's too high! Be careful please. Do you have any kidney problem, now about your cholesterol level? Have you tried taking Apple Cider Vinegar ? This helps my husband manage his hypertension, One tablespoonful to a glass of water, drink first time in the morning and another glass before he goes to sleep. Then, he also takes Fish Oil capsule, one in the morning and one in the evening. It will help you too for sure.
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@salonga (27775)
• Philippines
27 Oct 16
@Happy2BeMe That's good so there must be other reasons and hope your doctor will find out.
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@Happy2BeMe (99380)
• Canada
27 Oct 16
Thanks for the advice. My cholesterol levels are normal.
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@CookieMonster46 (13454)
• United States
28 Oct 16
I hope you will be alright, and sounds like you have a good boss. I sure can't imagine any boss of mine staying with me. or any of the workers.
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@nanette64 (20364)
• Fairfield, Texas
27 Oct 16
I just don't get it @Happy2BeMe . It almost sounds like you have some moving blood clots.
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@nanette64 (20364)
• Fairfield, Texas
28 Oct 16
@Happy2BeMe I hope that's not the case.
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@FayeHazel (40243)
• United States
28 Oct 16
Oh no, I'm sorry to hear that and I hope they figure that out soon
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@LeaPea2417 (37471)
• Toccoa, Georgia
27 Oct 16
I hope nothing serious is wrong. Best wishes.
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@Tampa_girl7 (51174)
• United States
27 Oct 16
Hopefully you can get some answers and help soon.
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@just4him (318962)
• Green Bay, Wisconsin
27 Oct 16
That was good of your boss to take you to the ER. I hope you can get an appointment quick. I would think you should considering the situation. I've been through the stress test a couple times. It's walking on a treadmill for several minutes and they monitor you during the entire time.
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@Happy2BeMe (99380)
• Canada
27 Oct 16
Thanks. I have known people who have had it done but I have never had it done before,
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@responsiveme (22926)
• India
27 Oct 16
Do take the rest, you need to relax.don't worry as that too causes stress.
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@Happy2BeMe (99380)
• Canada
27 Oct 16
I am hope resting now. I am taking two days of work. I will go back on Monday. Hopefully by then I will feel better.
