Random Blood Pressure Spikes

[omits]

Recently I have woken early morning feeling weird. Checking BP found it to be sky high (e.g. 200/90). This has only occurred a few times seemingly random. I end up with being given ACE tablets which do reduce my normal readings which are in fact quite reasonable e.g. 130ish/80ish (after learning how to take BP myself properly). I have been getting palpitations which last some hours and ectopics which are usual for my age (70s). Make me wonder if I need the pills given the side effects. I have not had any recently (last couple of months).

Could it have been TIA?

Anyone any ideas appreciated.

[jimpollard Partner]

These are interesting questions but you really need to talk to your GP about it. Good luck.