Patient's question:
My mother recently discovered that she has high blood pressure during a thorough check-up. These days, I want to take her out for a trip. Can people with high blood pressure fly on airplanes?Doctor's answer:
Hypertensive patients can fly airplanes, and there is no need to worry too much. It is recommended for hypertensive patients to carry a lot of their regular medications with them. Moreover, hypertensive patients need to take antihypertensive drugs regularly for long-term stable blood pressure control. When blood pressure is under stable control, it is safe to fly airplanes. Do not worry too much. At the same time, attention should also be paid to diet. The intake of salt must be controlled, and it is advisable to eat less animal organs, fatty meats, fish roe, and other foods.