Patient's question:
My grandmother, who has high blood pressure, has been taking medication for treatment. Does anyone know if it's possible to stop taking medication after being diagnosed with high blood pressure?Doctor's answer:
If high blood pressure reappears, especially primary hypertension with unclear causes, it is essential to have long-term oral medication and cannot be stopped. Lifetime oral antihypertensive medication is necessary to prevent the recurrence of complications. Most cases of high blood pressure with unclear causes require lifelong treatment and long-term oral medication. During the medication period, attention must be paid to potential side effects of the drugs, and regular, thorough blood lipid and blood sugar checks are necessary. The medication cannot be stopped.