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Anyone note where to get this full blood panel done in the UK? I’ve got issues with high blood pressure and swelling in the lower extremities. Blood tests and ECG showed nothing.

Both granddads died in their 50s from heart attacks. I’m convinced I have an issue with my circulation but the blood tests I had done doesn’t seem to cover everything stated here.

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> I’ve got issues with high blood pressure and swelling in the lower extremities

Edema in the lower legs is a relatively common side effect of some types of blood pressure medication. If you are on BP medication, talk to the prescribing doctor about it.

If you aren't on medication, you should discuss starting something with your doctor. High blood pressure is a risk factor for many things you dont want to happen and is very treatable. (Of course, the standard health advice to improve your diet and exercise more very much applies here as well).

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