My blood pressure has gone crazy....

[SillyAuntDi 1,610]

So, I've been on a low dose of b/p meds for several years. Last year, I change some of the other meds I was taking and my pressure was coming under control. Just before my surgery in September, my primary care provider (Jan) and I discussed my b/p meds. She said "come see me after your surgery." Well...about two weeks ago I started feeling more tired and weak than usual. I was on a strong uptick from the surgery and really having a great time recovering. Then...BAM...my world was spinning, my hands were shaking and I was COLD all the time. Something clicked in my brain and I went to the healthcare center here at work. My b/p was 88/60. I've never seen it that low. NEVER. It was a bit scary. But, Jan was on vacation and no other provider in the place wanted to take me off of the meds w/o consulting her first. So, they told me to cut my pills in half and monitor. I've been doing that. And, I've seen my b/p reach 107/60 at it's best. I'm seeing Jan tomorrow. I'm really hoping she finally pulls the plug on the meds. It's a victory of course, but man....it's been a tough battle. I'm not used to being so helpless, dizzy or tired. So...if the b/p meds go away, I'm only left with one that I take on a daily basis! I see improvements daily...but coming off the b/p meds is a BIG goal for me.

Have a great day!

[Bandista 7,466]

Thanks for this important reminder. I have been on a low dose of BP medication for some years -- sometimes I wean myself off so I don't bottom out. I am pretty sure I won't be needing the medication much longer but more importantly it might actually be dangerous! Hope you are feeling better -- great that you knew to check in with your medical professionals!

[HotButterFly 981]

That's GREAT!!

[SillyAuntDi 1,610]

Officially off the blood pressure meds!!!!!! Major goal achieved!

[HotButterFly 981]

So RAD!!!!!