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  • Female
  • 25 Years
  • 29/01/2025

I'm currently breastfeeding my 4-month-old baby and I've been experiencing really severe body aches and feel like I have a fever. Is it safe for me to take a paracetamol tablet while breastfeeding? I'm really concerned about how it might affect my baby.

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High Blood Pressure Management

Current Situation

  1. Uncontrolled hypertension: Despite taking Telma 20 (Telmisartan 20mg), your blood pressure remains high.
  2. Dietary influences: Eating outside appears to significantly increase your blood pressure.

Lifestyle Modifications

  1. Dietary changes: Focus on a balanced diet rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean proteins.
  2. Reduce sodium intake: Limit sodium to less than 2,300 mgday.
  3. Increase potassium intake: Include potassium-rich foods like bananas, leafy greens, and sweet potatoes.
  4. Stay hydrated: Drink plenty of water throughout the day.
  5. Regular exercise: Engage in moderate-intensity aerobic exercise, such as brisk walking, for at least 30 minutesday.
  6. Stress management: Practice stress-reducing techniques like meditation, yoga, or deep breathing exercises.

Medication Adjustment

  1. Consult your doctor: Discuss your blood pressure readings and dietary influences with your doctor.
  2. Medication adjustment: Your doctor may consider adjusting your medication, such as increasing the dosage or adding another medication.

Monitoring and Follow-up

  1. Regular blood pressure monitoring: Track your blood pressure regularly, especially after eating outside.

Dr. Ibrahim Suggests...

Consult a Paediatrician

Answered 04/07/2025

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