Hypertension and blood pressure

[BigJimmy45]

Hello

I have been struggling lately having what I call ‘funny turns’ they are totally random and happen at different times, some weeks none, other weeks 3 or 4 times.

My heart starts beating fast, chest pounding and go all hot and dizzy, thinking I am going to collapse if it doesn’t pass.

I have bought a blood pressure monitor to record it when it happens and I got a readings of 197/106 and Bpm 108

It passes after about 20 mins to half hour so it’s like a massive spike in blood pressure and my GP has no explanation.

I have a liver TIPS stent in for past 8 years, could it possibly be too much blood flowing through it? It’s like having a mini heart attack every week or so.

Confused with HE too so if I forget about it hopefully it will go away 👍

Jim

[wp69]

That used to happen to me before B12 loading doses and now injections for life.

[cammeag]

Hi mate, liver disease is no fun thats for sure eh?

Your symptoms could be indicative of several conditions, such as panic attacks, heart arrhythmias, or hypertensive crises. These conditions are serious, I don’t think you should ignore them.

The blood pressure reading you mentioned (197/106) is very high and falls into the category of a hypertensive crisis. Usually, that would categorise a medical emergency that can lead to stroke or heart attack, if not treated promptly.

Also, you mentioned a history of a TIPS, so while it's not typically known to cause the symptoms you're describing, sometimes liver disease can have wide-ranging effects on the body as no doubt you know including the cardiovascular system.

I think it’s important that you speak to your consultant mate. If your GP has not provided an explanation, you need to see a specialist. Maybe your consultant may recommend seeing a cardiologist or a hepatology specialist. They may want to perform further tests, like an EKG, stress test or imaging studies.

I get dizzy often, every day, but yours sounds more intense bud, all the best.

[BigJimmy45 in reply to cammeag]

Thanks Cammeag

I have a GP appointment next week, need to get to the bottom of it 👍