Patient's question:
I have been feeling dizzy and having headaches occasionally while working recently, and I also feel low on energy. Additionally, I've experienced symptoms like limb numbness, increased nighttime urination, and chest tightness, which are particularly similar to symptoms of high blood pressure. So, I want to know if I might have high blood pressure?Doctor's answer:
The diagnosis of hypertension is primarily based on blood pressure measurement. If you suspect you may have hypertension, it is recommended to visit the outpatient department of the cardiology department in the hospital for blood pressure measurement. If the systolic pressure is below 140 mmHg and the diastolic pressure is below 90 mmHg, hypertension can be considered. However, symptoms such as limb numbness that gradually increase and chest tightness are not characteristic signs of hypertension. If the blood pressure measurement shows no significant abnormalities, it is recommended to perform a cervical X-ray and electrocardiogram to aid in diagnosis.