If you have a friend or loved one who is dealing with an unexpected pregnancy, it's important to recognize that she is going through a very difficult time. Be sure to call or visit her frequently to see how she is doing and find out if she needs your help and support. Be aware if she seems to be isolating herself from others. If she is, encourage her to spend time with you and other supportive loved ones. Consider inviting her to participate in a fun activity to get her mind off of her troubles for a little while. If you are very close to a woman who is dealing with an unexpected pregnancy, it might really help if you let her know how you would be willing to help her out if she decides to parent her child. When she seems ready, have a conversation with her about the contributions you would be willing to make. If you are the father of the child, talk about your plans for the future. Share your opinions on the pregnancy and allow her to share hers as well. If you live with the woman, talk about living arrangements and child care options. Don't pressure her to make a decision. Instead just tell her you want to talk about these things so that she has all of the information she needs. If the woman is undecided on what to do about her pregnancy, encourage her to get as much information as possible and speak to a counselor. Talking to an unbiased expert can really help her make the best decision for her. If she needs help finding resources, help her. She may even want someone to visit the counselor with her for emotional support. No matter what your views are on abortion, it's important to refer your loved one to a counseling center that will inform her about all of her options and not try to influence her decision based on their own beliefs. You probably want to help your loved one deal with this situation in any way you can. While your instincts are good, it's best to ask her how you can help first. This will ensure that she does not feel intruded upon or pressured. If she is not interested in hearing other people's advice, respect that she needs to make her own decisions. If she asks for advice, offer your opinion, but be respectful if she disagrees with you. If she wants to talk, let her talk. You can be supportive by listening closely and offering unconditional support. You may be feeling angry, sad, or disappointed that your loved one has found herself in this situation, but don't let her know that. It's important that you show love and support for her instead of judging her for her decisions. Keep in mind that she is already dealing with a lot; the last thing she needs is criticism from her loved ones. If you need to talk to someone about your feelings on her pregnancy, find someone else to talk to. Avoid unloading all of your issues on the pregnant woman, as this will just cause her more stress.

Summary: Check up on her. Let her know how you can help. Encourage counseling. Listen to her needs. Avoid judging.

Coenzyme Q10 is a natural supplement and antioxidant that has the ability to reduce blood pressure by 17 mmHg (systolic) over 10 mmHg (diastolic) when taken regularly. The supplement dilates your blood vessels, making it easier for the heart to pump blood through them. Ask your doctor about the supplement. He or she make recommend that you take a 60 to 100 mg CoQ10 supplement up to three times daily. Diuretics flush excess sodium and water out of the body. Since sodium is a known culprit of high blood pressure, the removal of excess sodium can cause a significant drop in blood pressure. Beta-blockers cause the heart rate to drop. As a result, the heart pumps out less blood, thereby lowering your blood pressure. ACE stands for "Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme." This enzyme causes your body to produce angiotensin, a chemical responsible for constricting the arteries throughout the body. An ACE inhibitor causes your blood vessels to open, making it easier for blood to flow through them and causing your blood pressure to drop. This medication directly blocks the effect of angiotensin, which is responsible for causing the arteries to constrict. Angiotensin needs to join with a receptor in order to affect the blood vessel. These medications block the receptors, thereby preventing the chemical from having an impact. Calcium channel blockers work by blocking calcium from entering the heart and arteries. Calcium causes smooth muscle cells in these areas to become hard, which means that the heart must use more force to pump blood through the arteries. This medication relaxes narrow blood vessels, thereby lowering blood pressure. Alpha blockers reduce resistance in the arteries. As a result, vascular muscles relax, making it easier for blood to flow through. This medication reduces the function of the sympathetic part of the involuntary nervous system. This means that less adrenaline is produced. Adrenaline, along with other stress hormones, can cause blood vessels to constrict. These are a first-line of defense for patients facing crucially high blood pressure and drop blood pressure quicker than most other medications. This medication reduces the resistance put up by your arteries and cause your heart rate to drop. These medications prevent your blood vessels from contracting quite as easily, thereby making it easier for your blood to flow through them. Note that the effect is similar to that accomplished by alpha-beta-blockers. The brain is the primary target of this group of medications. Neurotransmitters responsible for telling the smooth muscles of your heart and blood vessels are blocked when taking these medications, so the message telling those blood vessels to constrict never reaches its destination. These medications only cause the blood vessel muscles to relax. As a result, they dilate, allowing blood to flow through with less pressure.
Summary: Take CoQ10 supplements. Ask about diuretics. Consider beta-blockers. Try ACE inhibitors. Learn about angiotensin II receptor blockers. Inquire about calcium channel blockers. Find out about alpha blockers. Ask about alpha-2 receptor agonists. Take a combined alpha-beta-blocker. Learn about central agonists. Find out about peripheral adrenergic inhibitors. Take a blood vessel dilator or vasodilator.