Bengaluru Man Lands in ICU After BP Hits 230 : 'Work is important, but...'

Bengaluru Man Lands in ICU After BP Hits 230 : 'Work is important, but...'

Amit Mishra, the founder and CEO of Dazeinfo Media and Research, shared his shocking experience in a viral LinkedIn post. He described how an ordinary Saturday turned into a medical emergency.

Authored by: Shivya Kanojia

Updated Apr 2, 2025, 23:15 IST

Mishra was immediately admitted to the ICU, where doctors worked to stabilise his condition.

A Bengaluru entrepreneur had a harsh reminder that health should always come first when he was rushed to the ICU after a sudden spike in blood pressure.

Amit Mishra, the founder and CEO of Dazeinfo Media and Research, shared his shocking experience in a viral LinkedIn post. He described how an ordinary Saturday turned into a medical emergency. While working on his laptop, he suddenly suffered a severe nosebleed that would not stop. Within moments, his washbasin was covered in blood, and he feared losing consciousness.

By the time he reached Apollo Hospital, he had already lost a significant amount of blood. The emergency team struggled for 20 minutes to control the bleeding. However, what followed was even more alarming—his blood pressure had soared to a dangerous 230. There were no prior symptoms, no history of hypertension, and no warning signs like dizziness or headaches.

Mishra was immediately admitted to the ICU, where doctors worked to stabilise his condition. Though his BP was eventually brought under control, a new problem arose the next morning when he attempted to walk. His blood pressure dropped drastically, causing him to faint, leaving doctors baffled.

Over the next four days, he underwent multiple tests, including ECG, LFT, ECHO, cholesterol tests, and even an angiography. Surprisingly, all results came back normal. His unexplained BP fluctuations have raised serious concerns, and further tests are still required.

'' The big question: How did my BP shoot up so high and suddenly dropped without warning?

While I am still under treatment, need to go through few more test, this experience left me with some important learnings:

- Your body doesn’t always give clear warnings. High BP, stress, and health risks can be silent killers. Regular checkups are a must.

- Work is important, but health is non-negotiable. We often ignore small signs, thinking we’re fine, until we’re not.

- Emergency preparedness matters. Knowing what to do in a crisis (and where the nearest hospital is) can save lives.

- Medical science still has mysteries. Even after 15+ tests, the cause of my BP spike remains unknown. But what’s clear is that taking care of one’s health is not an option. it’s a necessity,'' the post read.

Reflecting on the experience, Mishra called it an unexpected wake-up call. He questioned how his blood pressure could rise and fall so dramatically without warning. His ordeal has prompted many professionals to reconsider their lifestyles and the toll of work-related stress.

As he continues his recovery, Mishra shared a vital message—no job is worth risking one’s health. His experience serves as a stark reminder to prioritise well-being over professional commitments.