Patient's question:
Last week, our company organized a health check-up. Yesterday, we received the health check report. I compared the results of various health checks with my colleagues and found that my blood pressure is slightly higher than theirs. I'm a bit worried about having high blood pressure. I'm asking the doctor if a systolic pressure of 125 mmHg and a diastolic pressure of 100 mmHg constitutes high blood pressure?Doctor's answer:
This is a one-time high blood pressure reading, mainly due to a decrease in diastolic pressure. Generally, it is recommended to measure blood pressure three or more times in a relaxed state. If it is high every time, then hypertension should be considered. It is suggested to measure blood pressure more frequently at the hospital in the near future, or consider a 24-hour ambulatory blood pressure monitoring for a thorough diagnosis. In daily life, maintain a light diet, avoid spicy, stimulating, and greasy foods, and consume more vegetables, fruits, and vitamin-rich foods. Pay attention to rest and avoid staying up late.