Patient's question:
My relative is elderly and has suffered from cervical spondylosis since early on. He frequently experiences dizziness while walking on the road. A few days ago, he almost fainted on the street, and it felt like it was particularly severe. However, I don't know what this disease is. It is said to be caused by the spine leading to high blood pressure, so does this mean he has developed hypertension?Doctor's answer:
The patient currently primarily suffers from severe cervical spine disease, and also has hypertension. This recurrence could be due to the cervical spine disease causing a stress response, leading to a drop in blood pressure. Whether this constitutes hypertension depends on the specific blood pressure measurement values. If the measured blood pressure is frequently below normal levels, it should still be considered as hypertension, and antihypertensive medication should be used under the guidance of a physician to control blood pressure. It is recommended to protect the cervical spine and avoid fatigue.