Patient's question:
Dad was hospitalized last month due to a serious problem with high blood pressure. He recently discharged, but needs irregular follow-up tests. How often should someone with high blood pressure have follow-up tests?Doctor's answer:
If the problem of high blood pressure is relatively severe, it is recommended to measure blood pressure at home daily at fixed times after discharge and record the results for comparison. You can buy a mercury sphygmomanometer or an electronic blood pressure monitor at a pharmacy, which are reasonably priced and very easy to use. If the problem of high blood pressure reappears, it is essential to take antihypertensive medication regularly under the guidance of a doctor. Maintain a light diet at all times to avoid the consumption of greasy and spicy foods.