Hi all,

I had bypass on Feb 19 and my BP really seemed to correct itself and even go a little low for a couple months but now, out of nowhere, it is super high again. I'm still losing so not sure what is causing it but I started taking my pre-surgery bp meds again. I don't need a stroke at 45.

Wow, that's a bit concerning for sure.

Hopefully you've already seen a doctor and discussed this issue? There are some medical conditions completely unrelated to weight that can cause a sudden rise in blood pressure, so I would think it's worth a visit to your doctor to discuss what may have caused this. Also, have you noticed any patterns where it's high vs. low, or is it just high all the time? For example, times of day, before vs. after eating, sodium intake, life stresses, that sort of thing?

I have. They are looking into gallbladder issues, which I heard is common. I didn't have any issues with mine before the surgery so I'm hoping they don't need to operate again. I was just wondering if anyone else had similar issues with their BP.

Lately mine’s been up due to strep and a stressful new job. It’s coming down but taking its time. My Dr knows what’s causing it, and I’m tweaking my personal habits (like using meditation) to make it better. Sounds like you’ve been talking with your doctor. My BP generally stays low until there’s some kind of infection or virus.

Hey there! After my bypass surgery in February, I experienced something similar. My BP initially corrected itself and even went a bit low, but then started climbing again unexpectedly.

I'd recommend staying in close communication with your doctor and monitoring your BP regularly. In my case, I restarted my pre-surgery medications to prevent any potential stroke risk. At 45, it's crucial to be proactive about these health changes.

Keep tracking your blood pressure, follow your doctor's recommendations, and don't get discouraged by temporary setbacks. These things can take time to stabilize, but consistent monitoring and a positive attitude make a big difference.