RE: blood pressure and kidneys

[Guest guest]

Hi Harry,

Controlling your b.p. is one of the most important ways to protect your

kidneys. Also having your doctor prescribe an ACE inhibitor blood pressure

pill helps preserve the kidney. There is no need for pills though if your

b.p. is under 130 over 80. Controlled blood sugars is the next most

important way to protect your kidneys. Exercise and diet also provide

important roles. Watching sodium in anyone's diet helps. All together

these things work to make for a healthy kidney. Normal b.p. is 120 over 80.

Some people run a little lower than this and it is normal.

Ruth

From: blind-diabetics

[mailto:blind-diabetics ] On Behalf Of Harry/ Bates

Sent: Tuesday, June 17, 2008 6:07 PM

To: blind-diabetics

Subject: blood pressure and kidneys

I have heard that keeping your blood pressure in the normal range is the

best way for a diabetic to preserve his kidneys. Is this true?

If so, what is normal for the blood pressure and how does one achieve it?

Your response is appreciated.

[Guest guest]

Hi Harry,

Controlling your b.p. is one of the most important ways to protect your

kidneys. Also having your doctor prescribe an ACE inhibitor blood pressure

pill helps preserve the kidney. There is no need for pills though if your

b.p. is under 130 over 80. Controlled blood sugars is the next most

important way to protect your kidneys. Exercise and diet also provide

important roles. Watching sodium in anyone's diet helps. All together

these things work to make for a healthy kidney. Normal b.p. is 120 over 80.

Some people run a little lower than this and it is normal.

Ruth

From: blind-diabetics

[mailto:blind-diabetics ] On Behalf Of Harry/ Bates

Sent: Tuesday, June 17, 2008 6:07 PM

To: blind-diabetics

Subject: blood pressure and kidneys

I have heard that keeping your blood pressure in the normal range is the

best way for a diabetic to preserve his kidneys. Is this true?

If so, what is normal for the blood pressure and how does one achieve it?

Your response is appreciated.

[Guest guest]

Hi Harry,

Controlling your b.p. is one of the most important ways to protect your

kidneys. Also having your doctor prescribe an ACE inhibitor blood pressure

pill helps preserve the kidney. There is no need for pills though if your

b.p. is under 130 over 80. Controlled blood sugars is the next most

important way to protect your kidneys. Exercise and diet also provide

important roles. Watching sodium in anyone's diet helps. All together

these things work to make for a healthy kidney. Normal b.p. is 120 over 80.

Some people run a little lower than this and it is normal.

Ruth

From: blind-diabetics

[mailto:blind-diabetics ] On Behalf Of Harry/ Bates

Sent: Tuesday, June 17, 2008 6:07 PM

To: blind-diabetics

Subject: blood pressure and kidneys

I have heard that keeping your blood pressure in the normal range is the

best way for a diabetic to preserve his kidneys. Is this true?

If so, what is normal for the blood pressure and how does one achieve it?

Your response is appreciated.

[Guest guest]

Yes, normal blood pressure helps keep kidneys in good working order.

Uncontrolled high blood pressure can lead to complications and reduced

kidney function.

The normal blood pressure used to be considered 130/85. The first number is

called the Systolic and the lower number is called the Diastolic It is

thought by some doctors and nephrologists that the higher the Systolic

number, the greater the chance for future kidney problems.

Now the normal blood pressure is considered 120/80 with an optimal blood

pressure being 115/75.

Diet and exercise are the main factors to consider in maintaining good blood

pressure. For many diabetics, a good diet and exercise may not be enough to

maintain good blood pressure. In cases like this, your doctor will prescribe

one or more medications to help control your blood pressure. Some of the

medications may include drugs like Norvasc, Prinivil/Lisinopril and

Terazosin. This is not a comprehensive list of such drugs. You would need to

talk to your doctor to find out which one would work best for you.

 

blood pressure and kidneys

I have heard that keeping your blood pressure in the normal range is the

best way for a diabetic to preserve his kidneys. Is this true?

If so, what is normal for the blood pressure and how does one achieve it?

Your response is appreciated.

[Guest guest]

Yes, normal blood pressure helps keep kidneys in good working order.

Uncontrolled high blood pressure can lead to complications and reduced

kidney function.

The normal blood pressure used to be considered 130/85. The first number is

called the Systolic and the lower number is called the Diastolic It is

thought by some doctors and nephrologists that the higher the Systolic

number, the greater the chance for future kidney problems.

Now the normal blood pressure is considered 120/80 with an optimal blood

pressure being 115/75.

Diet and exercise are the main factors to consider in maintaining good blood

pressure. For many diabetics, a good diet and exercise may not be enough to

maintain good blood pressure. In cases like this, your doctor will prescribe

one or more medications to help control your blood pressure. Some of the

medications may include drugs like Norvasc, Prinivil/Lisinopril and

Terazosin. This is not a comprehensive list of such drugs. You would need to

talk to your doctor to find out which one would work best for you.

 

blood pressure and kidneys

I have heard that keeping your blood pressure in the normal range is the

best way for a diabetic to preserve his kidneys. Is this true?

If so, what is normal for the blood pressure and how does one achieve it?

Your response is appreciated.

[Guest guest]

Yes, normal blood pressure helps keep kidneys in good working order.

Uncontrolled high blood pressure can lead to complications and reduced

kidney function.

The normal blood pressure used to be considered 130/85. The first number is

called the Systolic and the lower number is called the Diastolic It is

thought by some doctors and nephrologists that the higher the Systolic

number, the greater the chance for future kidney problems.

Now the normal blood pressure is considered 120/80 with an optimal blood

pressure being 115/75.

Diet and exercise are the main factors to consider in maintaining good blood

pressure. For many diabetics, a good diet and exercise may not be enough to

maintain good blood pressure. In cases like this, your doctor will prescribe

one or more medications to help control your blood pressure. Some of the

medications may include drugs like Norvasc, Prinivil/Lisinopril and

Terazosin. This is not a comprehensive list of such drugs. You would need to

talk to your doctor to find out which one would work best for you.

 

blood pressure and kidneys

I have heard that keeping your blood pressure in the normal range is the

best way for a diabetic to preserve his kidneys. Is this true?

If so, what is normal for the blood pressure and how does one achieve it?

Your response is appreciated.

[Guest guest]

I have a question about blood pressure. Is there blood pressure that is too

low?

nne

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From: blind-diabetics

[mailto:blind-diabetics ] On Behalf Of MacIsaac

Sent: Tuesday, June 17, 2008 4:53 PM

To: blind-diabetics

Subject: RE: blood pressure and kidneys

Yes, normal blood pressure helps keep kidneys in good working order.

Uncontrolled high blood pressure can lead to complications and reduced

kidney function.

The normal blood pressure used to be considered 130/85. The first number is

called the Systolic and the lower number is called the Diastolic It is

thought by some doctors and nephrologists that the higher the Systolic

number, the greater the chance for future kidney problems.

Now the normal blood pressure is considered 120/80 with an optimal blood

pressure being 115/75.

Diet and exercise are the main factors to consider in maintaining good blood

pressure. For many diabetics, a good diet and exercise may not be enough to

maintain good blood pressure. In cases like this, your doctor will prescribe

one or more medications to help control your blood pressure. Some of the

medications may include drugs like Norvasc, Prinivil/Lisinopril and

Terazosin. This is not a comprehensive list of such drugs. You would need to

talk to your doctor to find out which one would work best for you.

blood pressure and kidneys

I have heard that keeping your blood pressure in the normal range is the

best way for a diabetic to preserve his kidneys. Is this true?

If so, what is normal for the blood pressure and how does one achieve it?

Your response is appreciated.

[Guest guest]

I have a question about blood pressure. Is there blood pressure that is too

low?

nne

_____

From: blind-diabetics

[mailto:blind-diabetics ] On Behalf Of MacIsaac

Sent: Tuesday, June 17, 2008 4:53 PM

To: blind-diabetics

Subject: RE: blood pressure and kidneys

Yes, normal blood pressure helps keep kidneys in good working order.

Uncontrolled high blood pressure can lead to complications and reduced

kidney function.

The normal blood pressure used to be considered 130/85. The first number is

called the Systolic and the lower number is called the Diastolic It is

thought by some doctors and nephrologists that the higher the Systolic

number, the greater the chance for future kidney problems.

Now the normal blood pressure is considered 120/80 with an optimal blood

pressure being 115/75.

Diet and exercise are the main factors to consider in maintaining good blood

pressure. For many diabetics, a good diet and exercise may not be enough to

maintain good blood pressure. In cases like this, your doctor will prescribe

one or more medications to help control your blood pressure. Some of the

medications may include drugs like Norvasc, Prinivil/Lisinopril and

Terazosin. This is not a comprehensive list of such drugs. You would need to

talk to your doctor to find out which one would work best for you.

blood pressure and kidneys

I have heard that keeping your blood pressure in the normal range is the

best way for a diabetic to preserve his kidneys. Is this true?

If so, what is normal for the blood pressure and how does one achieve it?

Your response is appreciated.

[Guest guest]

I have a question about blood pressure. Is there blood pressure that is too

low?

nne

_____

From: blind-diabetics

[mailto:blind-diabetics ] On Behalf Of MacIsaac

Sent: Tuesday, June 17, 2008 4:53 PM

To: blind-diabetics

Subject: RE: blood pressure and kidneys

Yes, normal blood pressure helps keep kidneys in good working order.

Uncontrolled high blood pressure can lead to complications and reduced

kidney function.

The normal blood pressure used to be considered 130/85. The first number is

called the Systolic and the lower number is called the Diastolic It is

thought by some doctors and nephrologists that the higher the Systolic

number, the greater the chance for future kidney problems.

Now the normal blood pressure is considered 120/80 with an optimal blood

pressure being 115/75.

Diet and exercise are the main factors to consider in maintaining good blood

pressure. For many diabetics, a good diet and exercise may not be enough to

maintain good blood pressure. In cases like this, your doctor will prescribe

one or more medications to help control your blood pressure. Some of the

medications may include drugs like Norvasc, Prinivil/Lisinopril and

Terazosin. This is not a comprehensive list of such drugs. You would need to

talk to your doctor to find out which one would work best for you.

blood pressure and kidneys

I have heard that keeping your blood pressure in the normal range is the

best way for a diabetic to preserve his kidneys. Is this true?

If so, what is normal for the blood pressure and how does one achieve it?

Your response is appreciated.

[Guest guest]

Yes, there is such a thing as low blood pressure. However, what the exact

number is for low blood pressure is open to debate. For some people, a

number such as 90/60 may be considered low, while for others, that may be

normal. Exactly what the number is for each individual person may vary.

Unlike high blood pressure, it is more difficult to pinpoint an exact number

which causes low blood pressure in each individual.

Perhaps one of the best ways to determine if you might be suffering from low

blood pressure is to determine if you are experiencing symptoms such as

fatigue, weakness and dizziness. If you constantly experience any of these

symptoms on a regular basis, it is best to consult your doctor and have your

blood pressure checked.

blood pressure and kidneys

I have heard that keeping your blood pressure in the normal range is the

best way for a diabetic to preserve his kidneys. Is this true?

If so, what is normal for the blood pressure and how does one achieve it?

Your response is appreciated.

[Guest guest]

Normal blood pressure is less than 120/80. For people without diabetes, high

blood pressure is 140/90 or above, with either number. So if your blood

pressure is 120/90 it is high, and if it is 140/80 it is high. For

diabetics, the threshold is lowered to a target of less than 130/80.

At least these are the standards for Canada. I am not sure if they are the

same in the U.S. I was diagnosed with hypertension last year and take

medication to control it.

Jen

blood pressure and kidneys

I have heard that keeping your blood pressure in the normal range is the

best way for a diabetic to preserve his kidneys. Is this true?

If so, what is normal for the blood pressure and how does one achieve it?

Your response is appreciated.

[Guest guest]

Excellent response . You almost sound like a nephrologist! To add

something to your great message, a Calcium supplement and fluid pill are also

pretty standard meds.

Dave

blood pressure and kidneys

I have heard that keeping your blood pressure in the normal range is the

best way for a diabetic to preserve his kidneys. Is this true?

If so, what is normal for the blood pressure and how does one achieve it?

Your response is appreciated.

[Guest guest]

, great explanation.

My nephrologist tells me that high blood pressure is the most significant

issue with kidneys. It just so happens that high blood pressure and

diabetes often go hand in hand, as can weight issues, inactivity, etc.

Ironically, some of the drugs used to treat high blood pressure are tough on

kidneys. Like Lisinopril. But, your doctor might decide the downside is

less than the upside of good control.

I am as guilty of this as anyone, so I am not preaching here, but it sure

seems to me that all of these problems, the huge majority, are all a result

of lifestyle, overweight and inactivity. Take all of our brains away from

working on kidneys, livers, pancreas, hearts, etc. for one year and put them

toward finding a fix for lifestyle and we will all be healthy. Of course,

that is a little like my solution to the problems of the blind population is

making everyone blind.

Thanks again!

[Guest guest]

Harry

I always used to hear that 120 over 80 was normal. But recently I've heard

that 110 over 70 is best.

Becky

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From: blind-diabetics

[mailto:blind-diabetics ] On Behalf Of Harry/ Bates

Sent: Tuesday, June 17, 2008 7:07 PM

To: blind-diabetics

Subject: blood pressure and kidneys

I have heard that keeping your blood pressure in the normal range is the

best way for a diabetic to preserve his kidneys. Is this true?

If so, what is normal for the blood pressure and how does one achieve it?

Your response is appreciated.

[Guest guest]

ryan can you tell us a little of low blood pressure. thanks, karen

blood pressure and kidneys

I have heard that keeping your blood pressure in the normal range is the

best way for a diabetic to preserve his kidneys. Is this true?

If so, what is normal for the blood pressure and how does one achieve it?

Your response is appreciated.

[Guest guest]

ryan can you tell us a little of low blood pressure. thanks, karen

blood pressure and kidneys

I have heard that keeping your blood pressure in the normal range is the

best way for a diabetic to preserve his kidneys. Is this true?

If so, what is normal for the blood pressure and how does one achieve it?

Your response is appreciated.

[Guest guest]

mary ann, yes i have low blood pressure. often i am sixty over forty. my mother

was low also. it can give complications also but i dont know how to handle this.

karen

blood pressure and kidneys

I have heard that keeping your blood pressure in the normal range is the

best way for a diabetic to preserve his kidneys. Is this true?

If so, what is normal for the blood pressure and how does one achieve it?

Your response is appreciated.

[Guest guest]

mary ann, yes i have low blood pressure. often i am sixty over forty. my mother

was low also. it can give complications also but i dont know how to handle this.

karen

blood pressure and kidneys

I have heard that keeping your blood pressure in the normal range is the

best way for a diabetic to preserve his kidneys. Is this true?

If so, what is normal for the blood pressure and how does one achieve it?

Your response is appreciated.

[Guest guest]

Hi,

My father, who is a Doctor, said that a cup of low fat clear soup with salt

will increase blood pressure. I do have low blood pressure. A cup of

coffee wil also increase blood pressure, but it is not as good as soup.

nne

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From: blind-diabetics

[mailto:blind-diabetics ] On Behalf Of K

Sent: Wednesday, June 18, 2008 8:31 AM

To: blind-diabetics

Subject: Re: blood pressure and kidneys

mary ann, yes i have low blood pressure. often i am sixty over forty. my

mother was low also. it can give complications also but i dont know how to

handle this. karen

blood pressure and kidneys

I have heard that keeping your blood pressure in the normal range is the

best way for a diabetic to preserve his kidneys. Is this true?

If so, what is normal for the blood pressure and how does one achieve it?

Your response is appreciated.

[Guest guest]

Hi,

My father, who is a Doctor, said that a cup of low fat clear soup with salt

will increase blood pressure. I do have low blood pressure. A cup of

coffee wil also increase blood pressure, but it is not as good as soup.

nne

_____

From: blind-diabetics

[mailto:blind-diabetics ] On Behalf Of K

Sent: Wednesday, June 18, 2008 8:31 AM

To: blind-diabetics

Subject: Re: blood pressure and kidneys

mary ann, yes i have low blood pressure. often i am sixty over forty. my

mother was low also. it can give complications also but i dont know how to

handle this. karen

blood pressure and kidneys

I have heard that keeping your blood pressure in the normal range is the

best way for a diabetic to preserve his kidneys. Is this true?

If so, what is normal for the blood pressure and how does one achieve it?

Your response is appreciated.

[Guest guest]

, that is a great point about Lisinopril and kidney function. That is

why you will find that many diabetics with reduced kidney function will take

a low dosage of Lisinopril in combination with another drug like Norvasc.

Even if you maintain good blood glucose control, if you have been diabetic

for a long time, usually 20 years or more, you might need a drug to help

maintain good blood pressure. That is why it is important to maintain good

blood glucose control and check your blood sugar daily and have your blood

pressure checked regularly.

RE: blood pressure and kidneys

, great explanation.

My nephrologist tells me that high blood pressure is the most significant

issue with kidneys. It just so happens that high blood pressure and

diabetes often go hand in hand, as can weight issues, inactivity, etc.

Ironically, some of the drugs used to treat high blood pressure are tough on

kidneys. Like Lisinopril. But, your doctor might decide the downside is

less than the upside of good control.

I am as guilty of this as anyone, so I am not preaching here, but it sure

seems to me that all of these problems, the huge majority, are all a result

of lifestyle, overweight and inactivity. Take all of our brains away from

working on kidneys, livers, pancreas, hearts, etc. for one year and put them

toward finding a fix for lifestyle and we will all be healthy. Of course,

that is a little like my solution to the problems of the blind population is

making everyone blind.

Thanks again!

------------------------------------

[Guest guest]

, that is a great point about Lisinopril and kidney function. That is

why you will find that many diabetics with reduced kidney function will take

a low dosage of Lisinopril in combination with another drug like Norvasc.

Even if you maintain good blood glucose control, if you have been diabetic

for a long time, usually 20 years or more, you might need a drug to help

maintain good blood pressure. That is why it is important to maintain good

blood glucose control and check your blood sugar daily and have your blood

pressure checked regularly.

RE: blood pressure and kidneys

, great explanation.

My nephrologist tells me that high blood pressure is the most significant

issue with kidneys. It just so happens that high blood pressure and

diabetes often go hand in hand, as can weight issues, inactivity, etc.

Ironically, some of the drugs used to treat high blood pressure are tough on

kidneys. Like Lisinopril. But, your doctor might decide the downside is

less than the upside of good control.

I am as guilty of this as anyone, so I am not preaching here, but it sure

seems to me that all of these problems, the huge majority, are all a result

of lifestyle, overweight and inactivity. Take all of our brains away from

working on kidneys, livers, pancreas, hearts, etc. for one year and put them

toward finding a fix for lifestyle and we will all be healthy. Of course,

that is a little like my solution to the problems of the blind population is

making everyone blind.

Thanks again!

------------------------------------

[Guest guest]

Hi ,

I have not had much experience with low blood pressure. What I have heard

from my doctor is that depending on the person and the symptoms they have,

low blood pressure can be treated with changes to diet or it can be treated

with medications.

Some changes to diet may include eating more fruit, using caffeine and using

more salt where appropriate. Also, some doctors and Dietitians also

recommend drinking more water as it helps prevents dehydration which can

cause low blood pressure. Also, the more water you drink, the more it may

help increase blood volume and prevent dehydration.

Medications such as fludrocortisone or midodrine are often used to treat low

blood pressure. You should talk to your doctor before making changes to diet

or inquire about any medications.

Re: blood pressure and kidneys

ryan can you tell us a little of low blood pressure. thanks, karen

blood pressure and kidneys

I have heard that keeping your blood pressure in the normal range is the

best way for a diabetic to preserve his kidneys. Is this true?

If so, what is normal for the blood pressure and how does one achieve it?

Your response is appreciated.

[Guest guest]

Hi Dave,

Thanks for the kind words. Like many others on this list, if you have been

diabetic for many years, you learn what works and doesn't over time. Also,

lists like this one are very helpful and others can tell you what will work

and what won't.

Re: blood pressure and kidneys

Excellent response . You almost sound like a nephrologist! To add

something to your great message, a Calcium supplement and fluid pill are

also pretty standard meds.

Dave

blood pressure and kidneys

I have heard that keeping your blood pressure in the normal range is the

best way for a diabetic to preserve his kidneys. Is this true?

If so, what is normal for the blood pressure and how does one achieve it?

Your response is appreciated.

[Guest guest]

Hi Dave,

Thanks for the kind words. Like many others on this list, if you have been

diabetic for many years, you learn what works and doesn't over time. Also,

lists like this one are very helpful and others can tell you what will work

and what won't.

Re: blood pressure and kidneys

Excellent response . You almost sound like a nephrologist! To add

something to your great message, a Calcium supplement and fluid pill are

also pretty standard meds.

Dave

blood pressure and kidneys

I have heard that keeping your blood pressure in the normal range is the

best way for a diabetic to preserve his kidneys. Is this true?

If so, what is normal for the blood pressure and how does one achieve it?

Your response is appreciated.