Hello, I have not felt well today, very light headed.  I have been hearing and feeling a swooshing noise and it vibrates my head and body.  I have noticed swelling in my ankles in the mornings over the last few weeks but the last couple of days i have experiencing swelling all day.  My daughter just took my bp and my systolic was 170/100.  I am also having chest discomfort. Should i go to the er now or do you think seeing my md in the morning is ok
Thanks for your question on Chat Doctor. I can understand your concern. You are having higher blood pressure reading (170/100). In my opinion, you should definitely consult cardiologist to rule out hypertensive heart failure. So consult cardiologist and get done blood pressure monitoring, ECG, 2d echo and stress test (trade mill test). You will need antihypertensive and diuretic Chat Doctor.  Strict salt restriction in diet is needed. Don't worry, you will be alright with all these. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.