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Dr. Forred,
I went and saw my GP this afternoon for an unrelated reason, but while I was there it was found that my blood pressure was rather high. I've always had somewhat high blood pressure (especially at the doctor's office), but generally after a few minutes of relaxing they're able to get a more accurate reading. Today, however, I could barely get it below 150/80 (highest seen at the office was 155/80). Suffice to say, he wants to see me back in 6 months for a follow-up. I know that's passable for the FAA, but in terms of general health I'd like that to come down as well.
After reading several older threads in this forum, I'm at least somewhat relieved that it's a fairly common condition and not a huge issue in terms of medical certification. However, my next physical is due in May of next year, and my GP wants to see me in April. If for some reason my GP puts me on BP meds, how would I go about getting back to work? After self-grounding and getting the required documentation from my doctor, would I simply take the paperwork to my AME and have him re-issue me a new medical certificate? I understand there's a two-week waiting period to make sure you handle the medications as well; is that accurate? Just curious how long I might expect to be out of work if that happens, and I tolerate the medication without a problem.
Thank you!
P.S.: I'm a bit at a loss about this. I'm 26 years old, 6'0, 190 lbs, work out avidly (resting heart rate in the low-mid 50s per minute), and eat well. I don't smoke and drink very rarely. My GP says it's probably hereditary, but talk about frustrating... :banghead:
I went and saw my GP this afternoon for an unrelated reason, but while I was there it was found that my blood pressure was rather high. I've always had somewhat high blood pressure (especially at the doctor's office), but generally after a few minutes of relaxing they're able to get a more accurate reading. Today, however, I could barely get it below 150/80 (highest seen at the office was 155/80). Suffice to say, he wants to see me back in 6 months for a follow-up. I know that's passable for the FAA, but in terms of general health I'd like that to come down as well.
After reading several older threads in this forum, I'm at least somewhat relieved that it's a fairly common condition and not a huge issue in terms of medical certification. However, my next physical is due in May of next year, and my GP wants to see me in April. If for some reason my GP puts me on BP meds, how would I go about getting back to work? After self-grounding and getting the required documentation from my doctor, would I simply take the paperwork to my AME and have him re-issue me a new medical certificate? I understand there's a two-week waiting period to make sure you handle the medications as well; is that accurate? Just curious how long I might expect to be out of work if that happens, and I tolerate the medication without a problem.
Thank you!
P.S.: I'm a bit at a loss about this. I'm 26 years old, 6'0, 190 lbs, work out avidly (resting heart rate in the low-mid 50s per minute), and eat well. I don't smoke and drink very rarely. My GP says it's probably hereditary, but talk about frustrating... :banghead:
