My blood Pressure is a little high and I had protein in my urine. Whats going on-- what can I do to lower bp?

Question

I am currently 17 weeks pregnant... My Nurse Midwife told me that I had a "high BP" this appt. However, the other nurse told me it was ok. I went to our local walmart right after and it was 126/80. She also told me that I had a small amt of excess protein in my urine. I know she told me that I was too early to even think of preclampsia... but any thoughts out there. How can I lower my BP? I know she also said that she may need to put me on a bp pill--- but I would rather do it natural as I have read that it can harm the baby. Please help! Thanks so MUCH!!

Answer 1

I too have high blood pressure. I am 4 months pregnant. Protein in the urine means you have high blood pressure due to the pregnancy, I on the other hand do not have protien in my urine so that means I have it all the time not just during pregnancy. After the baby is born your blood pressure should go back to normal. Doctors will monitor your pressure and make sure it stays below a certain level. If it raises to much they will put you on some meds. My doctor says if you have high blood pressure but not high enough to worry about they wont do anything because the baby has grown used to the blood pressure. They will monitor you and you will probably have more frequent appt. It's nothing to worry about until it gets over 150.

Just don't worrry to much that raises the pressure take it easy get lots of rest. Good luck to you

Answer 2

Staying active can help A LOT with high blood pressure. Trading whole grains and water for caffiene, sugar and processed flours can help a ton as well. Avoid fatty foods. Eat lots of veggies. All these things make you healthier. :)

I have high BP every time i get into the doctors office, but i have white cuff, or white coat syndrom, and they jsut simply take my BP again right before I leave. By then I have calmed down.

I dont know if thats your problem, But even jsut getting excited about the appointment (hearing the heart beat, being sure to ask all my questions, getting stuck behind someone driving 20 MPH) is enough to raise it to the 'pre hyper tension stage' where they would normally panic and start talking about medication. But it goes right back down to normal before i leave. Maybe they can try that with you? It seems that if it was lower at walmart it must be a doctors office that causes the rise.

I dont know about the extra protein...

Answer 3

I'm 36 weeks 3 days and have protein in my urine, high blood pressure, and my face/hands/feet have gotten puffy and swollen. It's called toxemia and also known as pre-ecalmpsia. Your doctor should be seeing you at least twice a week to monitor and you should be getting bloodwork done regularly so they can make sure your liver is functioning properly. If the toxemia gets worse it can lead to severe problems and result in seizures or end up in a coma. If you're getting headaches regularly that is a sign that it's getting worse, and you need to tell your doctor right away. Otherwise, just rest and put your feet up lots, and drink lots of water. Good luck!

Answer 4

3 years ago, I was diagnosed - hypertension with a reading of 160/100. I used to feel dizzy a lot, my legs had awful cramps, and levels were very low in my potassium, causing my fingers and toes to always cramp together. One day I started to feel really faint while I was driving with my daughter in the back seat and I passed out, hitting 3 cars and ending up in a ditch. That moment,I knew I had to do something because my meds weren't working. I heard about this diet from a friend and thought I'd give it a shot. The results have been remarkable. In just 21 days, I honestly can't remember feeling this good, my blood pressure went from 175/110 to 125/70.

Answer 5

The midwife's concern about your BP probably comes from it's being significantly higher than your previous readings.
Try to reduce your stress (yea, right, I know). Take regular rest breaks during the day and put your feet up. Start getting used to resting on your left side - that gets the weight of the growing uterus off the blood vessels that return the blood from the lower portion of your body.
Please don't risk your and your baby's health by not taking an antihypertensive if she prescribes one. There are a myriad of meds for that, and several are safe in pregnancy. Trust your caregiver. She wants the best of outcomes for the both of you.
When you're resting enjoy the kicks and flutters as your baby moves around - they are the best.
I wish you both good health, and an easy delivery. And, remember, tons of hugs and kisses to your little one when he/she arrives!!

Answer 6

I would start out by relaxing. Stressing is to blame for high bp too. Ask your Dr if they think you need the meds. otherwise just take it easy. You have plenty of time. Oh yeah those machines at walmart are not accurate. So don't rely on them. If you are concerned go to a pharmacy and get one of the bp monitors for sale and have them show you the correct way to take it. Record your results until your next Dr visit and show them the results. You might have been just excited that day. Keep track and keep your Dr informed. Good luck.

Answer 7

Beware of "do it natural". Your doctor will not give you a pill that increases the risk of death of you or your baby. In the meantime, cut out all salt and sodium. Read the label. If no label, look up the sodium on the internet, or don't eat it. Start with under 1000 mg a day. If that doesn't help, try to drop lower.

Your baby is at risk, and your life is at risk, although small right now. See an obstetrician, and follow their advice.

Answer 8

I can hear that you are worried, but 126/80 is really not high. However, if you want to be your healthiest during your pregnancy, then see a homeopathic midwife. She'll give you good advice about how to keep your bp down without prescription drugs (and their potential side effects). And, always drink lots of water!

Answer 9

Actually, cutting out salt in your diet is a misnomer. It can make the situation WORSE. You should be salting your food to taste and getting 75-100 grams of protein daily as well as eating a balanced diet. Please check out this website www.blueribbonbaby.org and research what you can do and what changes you need to alter your pregnancy diet. Dr. Brewer spent his career helping women with their diets during pregnancy to prevent pre-eclampsia from happening. Studies have been done that show that women who ate at least 70 grams of protein a day had 0% pre-eclampsia.
I hope this helps--it is not too late to start eating the right amount of protein! I teach childbirth classes and do a lot of teaching on nutrition. Many women are surprised to find out that they actually eat little amounts of protein. Good nutrition is essential for your pregnancy--not only for your baby's development but also for your body's preparation for birth.

Answer 10

BP of 126/80 is not high to be considered as pre-eclampsia and you do not need to lower it. High blood pressure considerable for pre-eclampsia is having systolic above or equal to 140, and a diastolic above 90.

About your urine protein, traces of protein is nothing to worry during pregnancy. Please be reminded that you have to clean well your genitals before collecting urine as contaminated urine may alter the results.

To consider pre-eclampsia someone must meet two combination of the following criteria:
>>High blood pressure {systolic >140 mmHg and diastolic > 90 mmHg}.
>>Protein in urine {traces is usully inconsiderable}.
>>Edema or swelling

As what I can see, you are in good condition right now.Nothing to worry. You are right not to take any medication as much as possible. Just keep going. Eat healthy, and do not worry that much. Your blood pressure can go up if you are worried or tensed, so relax.

Goodluck and take care!♥