Well I broke down and made an appointment. It's become a vicious cycle, where I'm anxious about my BP, the increased anxiety leads to more inactivity, and the inactivity increases my BP. Now I get to be anxious about seeing the doctor too. (but I've promised myself I won't let her talk me into any other screenings that I'm opposed to)

I'm a bit reassured by a little bit of googling though, in particular these two: http://athletesheart.blogspot.com/20...-pressure.html http://www.drjohnm.org/2011/01/cw-pu...n-the-machine/

DH has been on an ACE inhibitor for about six months and although he's quite inactive, he hasn't had any side effects other than a slight cough. I'm hoping it will be the same for me. And that once my BP comes down the anxiety will become more manageable.