How To Manage High Blood Pressure?
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In India, at least 23.10% of men and 22.60% of women above 25 years of age are patients with high blood pressure.
High Blood Pressure is also known as the silent killer as it goes undetected until a considerable amount of damage has been done to the arteries. Roughly, about 15 lakh Indians suffer from this condition.
Dealing with high blood pressure can be a pain as it needs a change in the lifestyle, eating habits and a strict medical regime. It is important that one sticks to the routine check-ups and medical follow-ups religiously to avoid life-threatening aftereffects.
Blood pressure (BP), should normally be below 120/80 mmHg most of the time, anything more than that, needs medical attention. As a patient with hypertension and high blood pressure, please take note of the health precautions to be followed:
The DASH diet is low in salt and rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, low-fat dairy, and lean protein. DASH stands for Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension. The diet was first created to help lower high blood pressure. It is also a healthy way to lose weight.
Dr. M.G. Kartheeka, MBBS, MD
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Measuring blood pressure twice a day can provide you with more optimal blood pressure reading reducing the chances of fluctuations in the blood pressure. Take it first in the morning before eating or taking any medications. Take it again in the evening.
Dr. Ashish Bajaj, M.B.B.S., M.D
Regular eye checkups are recommended to check if there is any ocular damage.
High BP can cause damage to the heart and the blood vessels and hence, it is recommended that an ECG (Electrocardiogram), echocardiogram or a Doppler Ultrasound is when the doctor finds it necessary.
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