I am having stalopam plus for acute anxiety. However since my mri brain angioplasty test was normal. The neurologist have asked to discontinue ecosprin av 75 on alternate days. But I have high bp around 140 /90 is it wise? Heart normal too.

Mrs. Meghna SinghPsychologist4yrs exp

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If the Dr. has prescribed then it is ok. You must be taking other medications for high bp? Consult your Dr. regarding your high bp. Try to check your bp at least three times morning after breakfast and meds, afternoon and evening or night before sleeping. Take these observations to your Dr. and get his assessment on it. As far as anxiety goes it is recommended to go for counseling from a psychologist, since anxiety is mostly fear based it's important to find the root cause. Accordingly counseling therapies shall be provided to increase your awareness around your anxiety, learn techniques to control or manage your anxiety, and in the long run help you to reduce your medication. You are young if you bring in certain lifestyle changes and include healthy activities then both your anxiety and blood pressure issues can be addressed.  

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