Patient's question:
My uncle has been suffering from high blood pressure for three years. He has been taking medication all this time, but recently he said his blood pressure has come down, so he doesn't want to take the medicine anymore. He also hasn't gone to see a doctor and wants to stop taking it himself. Is it no longer necessary to take medication once high blood pressure comes down?Doctor's answer:
For patients with high blood pressure, if their blood pressure has already come down, it is mainly considered that medication has caused the blood pressure to drop again. If the medication is discontinued, this blood pressure will gradually decrease. Therefore, it is still not advisable to stop taking this antihypertensive medication. It is recommended to still implement stable treatment and maintain this dosage for long-term oral administration. At the same time, it is also necessary to ensure good rest and deep sleep, as well as maintaining a positive mood, which will help normalize blood pressure.