Why Your Blood Pressure Might Rise When You're Sick And How To Manage It
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When you’re sick, it’s not unusual for your blood pressure to rise. In this video, we explain why illness can trigger higher blood pressure and what you can do to manage it safely. Learn how fever, dehydration, stress, inflammation, and certain cold and flu medications can affect your blood pressure, especially for older adults.
We’ll also share simple tips to help you stay hydrated, monitor your readings, avoid common medication mistakes, and know when high blood pressure becomes an emergency.



