http://www.medications.com/effect/view/39881 Wow! Let me tell you my story: I was first diagnosed with HBP (170/140) during a high school sports physical in the beginning of 8th grade (I was about 14 years old). I was in top shape and a very healthy eater. I had probably (from what I remember) ever Sat, 21 Mar 2009 20:55:58 -0400 http://www.medications.com/effect/view/39881?item=18314 March 21, 2009 Hi---I've been on propanalol (Inderal LA) for 25 years for hypertension. Worked good until a couple of years ago when a doc added HCTZ. Now off HCTZ due to an episode of gout probably caused by HCTZ. Added linosipril two days ago---waiting http://www.medications.com/effect/view/39881?item=18314 Sat, 21 Mar 2009 20:58:02 -0400 http://www.medications.com/effect/view/39881?item=18315 MARCH 21, 2009 My son had a genetic defect that went undiagnosed for the first 26 years of his life. It wasn't until he was properly diagnosed that the genetic defect was discovered. I suggest you seek genetic counseling and get your DNA/mitochondria chec http://www.medications.com/effect/view/39881?item=18315 Thu, 04 Jun 2009 13:13:36 -0400 http://www.medications.com/effect/view/39881?item=20356 could be a tumor on your adrenal gland, have it checked out. http://www.medications.com/effect/view/39881?item=20356 Mon, 13 Jul 2009 11:14:14 -0400 http://www.medications.com/effect/view/39881?item=21461 You have a very serious condition, as your pressure is so high at such a young age. You may need a hypertension specialist. Look for one at a nearby teaching hospital, and then get your doctor to refer you. http://www.medications.com/effect/view/39881?item=21461