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High guys it’s Shnookie. Since COVID has begun, I’ve been having Blood Pressure issues. Today a day off from my part-time Jobs my BP went up to 153 on top. I know this is due to anxiety and probably other factors financial stress and gaining a lot of wait in the last year. It’s very Frustrating. I popped an extra Clonozapem which I am allowed to do if I’m under a lot of stress and my BP goes up. This is very frustrating. Thank U very much 4 letting me vent.

Hugs 🤗 S

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Hi Shnookie, did the extra Clonozapem work?

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Thank U for asking. I just took my BP and its 141/85 The top went down by 12 points which is a really good thing. The thing however about me taking Clonozapem is that because it is a powerful class 2 drug I cannot drive a car when I take it. That is why I always take it b4 I go to sleep. I'll chill out today and hopefully my BP will drop even lower hugs S

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Agora1

Hi Shnookie, these are stressful times for sure anxiety or not. What can help out a lot

is doing some breathing exercises. You will see the difference in the numbers of your b/p. xx

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Thank you for your good advice. Fortunately the Clonozapem I took lowered my top from 153 to 141 and with the deep breathing exercises and support from this group, my numbers should even go lower. hugs S

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:) xx

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Hi it’s Shnookie again. My BP is 132 on top. Took a nap 😴 and am chillin 😎

tonight.

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Looking good... Enjoy the rest of your evening.

If you get a chance try a little meditation and deep breathing before falling

asleep tonight. Your subconscious mind will pick up on that positive note and

allow you to sleep peacefully. :) xx

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Shnookie in reply toAgora1

Thank U so much for your advice. Have a great weekend and a good week ahead.

Hugs 🤗 Shnookie

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13ga

hi shnookie;

if your BP only spikes to 153 - that's not necessarily a problem. as long as the top number isn't alarmingly high - then the bottom number (diastolic) may be the more important value.

have you consulted with a dr? even a standing BP of 132 may be considered too high; depending on your age, and medical history. the AHA (am heart ass) updated their guidelines not too long ago - and a systolic reading of 132 technically qualifies as stage 1 hypertension. the new guidelines LIKE to see readings LESS THAN 120/80 (on both numbers).

but you should really discuss this w/ your dr for your specific situation.

BP is VERY easy to control w/ meds.

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Shnookie in reply to13ga

Thank U 4 your good advice. I was taking 2.5 mg Amlodopine and my nurse practitioner just upped it to 5 mg daily. The problem is that I am on Medi Cal - Medi Caid and I don’t have a regular doctor just a series of interns. But now with COVID I will discuss the issue of hypertension withmy nurse practitioner. Also my body is very sensitive and I don’t feel well when I hit 140

on top. I also gained a lot of during the first year of COVID. I have been procrastinating about losing this weight but this is the time to start losing it. Have a great weekend.

Hugs 🤗 S

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13ga in reply toShnookie

hey S;

i'm really glad to hear you're on top of your BP! and since high BP is the "silent killer" cause most people can't feel it... you're lucky to be so attuned to your body!

i'm sure you know that weight can be another risk factor for hi BP... so there's no time like the present to start... good for you for thinking all that through!

big hugz back @ ya! 🤗🤗

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Shnookie in reply to13ga

Thank U for the supportive wishes. Even in my youth, when I would go out with friends 4 a fun night out, I could never have more than2 drinks because my body was so sensitive I knew when to quit. This was b4 I started taking psychotropic meds. I haven’t had a drink in years

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well another good for you on the drinks!!

now you've got me curious... the psychotropic meds... do you take for depression? there's been some very interesting research in this area....

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Shnookie in reply to13ga

I take the psychotropics for depression and anxiety. Generic Strattera for my

ADHD

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hey shnook... TY so much for sharing.... and if you dont mind my asking - do they work well for you?

how long did the each take to start working?

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The psychotropic cocktail that I've been on since 1998 has been tweaked over the years. FYI, Clonozapem the anti-anxiety med has an after life. If U R ever prescribed it, be very careful how U take it. For instance, in the day b4 COVID, if I was out on a Saturday night and arrived home at 1 AM, I learned that I could not take the full 5 mg dosage because the after effects I felt could be until 12 PM and mess up my day. I'm not telling people to play around with their meds but they should should have a working relationship with their shrink, psychologist, etc. to regulate their meds. If I remember other things about my meds, I will put them in posts later on

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TYVM, shnookie! great to know info - and great advice!!

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PS it's Shnookie again some of the meds take a little time maybe a month or so to kick in. The problem with me is that with all the angst I have right now, back rent, figuring out if I should file for early SS, etc. the pills only work to a certain extent. That is why I have learned cognitive therapy, joined this group, talk to peer mentors on NAMI, do deep breathing and positive visualization and listening to music I enjoy to get thru especially difficult times

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heh; hey again, shnook!

more great info, and advice - TYVM...

PS: - i talk w/ peers thru NAMI also - GREAT org; and i couldn't speak more highly of them!

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faithhope421 in reply to13ga

Great step forward . I received help and much needed support from NAMI a few years ago ,I became a Volunteer in 1996 as a Peer Moderator and Mediator for Focus Groups and we do Zoom and Tele Conference now due to COVID .You're in a good place .Wishing you hope ,kindness and a breakthrough to continue your wonderful journey called life .

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Thank U 4 your good karma and good wishes. Hugs 🤗 Shnookie

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hi faith!

i've been thinking about becoming a peer moderator also!

i absolutely love the groups - i've met some of the most wonderful and caring people! so i already know that much about you just because you were involved with them!! :-)

thank you for your wishes, and right back at ya!!

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Good for you .go for it ,this is a great place to be ,and it's so rewarding to help others ,especially those who have helped you ,peace ,joy and hope I send to you !

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6ixtyon1

...been there...pretty sure I'm there, right now...I am trying to use a lot of citric acid-type foods and cool water...seems to always help a little, but I hear you. The weight thing is a real problem...hoping that you get to feeling better. Blessings!

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Thank U for your good wishes and karma.

Hugs 🤗Shnookie

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U, 2! :>) Keep us posted!

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I will definitely keep U guys in the loop.

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:>) awesome!

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👍👍👍😄😎🤠

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😁

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Gentlespirit

Is it possible you may need blood pressure medication besides med for anxiety. Maybe ask your doctor.

Calm with blue skies and stark yet strong trees. View from my backyard
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Shnookie in reply toGentlespirit

Thank U for your good suggestion. I am taking a small dosage of 5 mg of

Amplodopine for my BP issues. The view from your backyard is so peaceful and beautiful. I’m going to incorporate this picture into my visualization exercises.

Hugs 🤗 Shnookie

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Gentlespirit

I hope you will feel better. Take care .

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Peace good thoughts and a photo to symbolize blue skies ahead and strength from the trees to help you heal and grow.

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Shnookie in reply toGentlespirit

What a lovely 😊 symbolic sentiment. I’m giving U a big virtual hug 🤗. As I said above

this picture will go into my visualization exercises.

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