Patient's question:
Hello doctor, a colleague of mine just turned 43 this year. Usually, this colleague looks very healthy, but recently, a health check-up revealed that he has high blood pressure. I would like to understand what high blood pressure etiology screening is.Doctor's answer:
The threat of high blood pressure to human health is very significant. If blood pressure is not well controlled, it can cause severe damage to the heart, brain, and kidneys. High blood pressure is divided into two types: primary and secondary. Generally, secondary hypertension has a clear cause and requires treatment targeting the primary lesion. Primary hypertension, on the other hand, does not have a very clear cause. Currently, it is believed that most cases are related to genetic factors, mental factors, and environmental factors. Patients need to take antihypertensive medication for life to control their blood pressure.