Can allergies cause high blood pressure?

This Week’s Top Stories from Harvard Health Ask the doctor: Can allergies cause high blood pressure? Q. I have allergies. Could they be the reason I have high blood pressure? A. Although allergies don't usually directly increase blood pressure, they can contribute indirectly to high blood pressure in two very different ways. Get your copy of Controlling Your Allergies Whether you get skin rashes, itchy eyes, wheezy airways, or a runny nose, an allergic response is no fun, and is sometimes dangerous. In Controlling Your Allergies, you'll learn to identify your allergic symptoms, pinpoint your triggers, distinguish between intolerance and allergy, and choose the best treatment for your particular type of allergy. Additional News from Harvard Health Publishing Pain, anxiety, and depression Headaches: What to know, when to worry When making summer plans for children, leave some time unplanned Controlling Your Allergies Featured content: • Allergies: A growing menace • Why are you allergic? • What happens during an allergic reaction? • Pinpointing your allergic triggers • Controlling common allergic conditions •  ... and more! Click here to read more »