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Atenolol is a beta-blocker, which can exacerbate asthma.  

If you are having chest pain associated with the markedly elevated blood pressure, I suggest seeking medical care immediately (i.e. going to the ER).  Heart damage can occur in such a setting.

If atenolol is making the asthma worse, discussing other blood pressure medications from another class should be considered.  

A stress test should also be considered once the blood pressure is controlled.  This can determine if blockages in the arteries is responsible for your chest pain.

These options can be discussed with your personal physician.

Followup with your personal physician is essential.

This answer is not intended as and does not substitute for medical advice - the information presented is for patient education only. Please see your personal physician for further evaluation of your individual case.

Kevin, M.D.
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I forgot to tell you that my age is 32, Female (Asian) and I have several people who's got high blood pressure in my family.
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