Patient's question:
Hello doctor. How should high blood pressure in the elderly be prevented and treated? What are the methods of speaking about high blood pressure? How great is the harm of high blood pressure? Should blood pressure-lowering drugs be taken every day? Which blood pressure-lowering drug is better to choose? I hope the doctor can give me some advice.Doctor's answer:
To prevent occupational hypertension, it is first essential to strictly control your diet. For example, the daily salt intake should not exceed six grams, and it is best to avoid fatty foods as much as possible. Additionally, engage in regular exercise and avoid staying up late. The dangers of hypertension are primarily seen in cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases, such as myocardial infarction, cerebral hemorrhage, or cerebral infarction. If you have hypertension, antihypertensive medication should be taken daily, even if your blood pressure is normal, it should still be used regularly and on schedule. As for the choice of antihypertensive medication, it should be determined based on your specific personal circumstances.