blood pressure issues

[pncwils]

In August 2009 l developed high blood pressure 180/104 dr put me on ramiril 10mg and a water drug, now one year later l took ill, was i hospital and tests still on going but something strange happened my blood pressure dropped to below normal 97/57, then 101/67 and 118/72 now it is near normal and dr has taken me off hbp tablets, can anyone tell me why this has happened or likely to have happened

thankyou

[kenkeith]

What was the diagnosis of high blood pressure and fluid retension on Aug 2009?  Your doctor probably ruled out a kidney problem with a blood test as well as heart failure.

Many different problems and conditions can cause fluid retention. Some causes involve lifestyle (diet, lack of exercise, alcoholism, occupations involving standing), some causes are hormone-related, especially in women, other causes are drug-related or the result of a serious medical condition.

If there are hormonal issues, that could account for the variation of blood pressure. If there are no other signs or symptoms that could be the underlying cause.  If it were a heart condtion, you more than likely would have other symptoms such as shortness of breath, fatigue, chest pain, etc.

Thanks for sharing, and if you have any followup questions you are welcome to respond.  Take care

[ed34]

When you say water drug I assume you mean a drug to release water from your body?
The main constituent of blood is water, it makes up most of the plasma. Your body balances your blood volume by adding fluids into the blood stream and this makes it easier for the body to keep pressure normal. If you reduce fluid levels in your body too much, then your pressure will gradually drop as you dehydrate.