Patient's question:
Headaches often, feel weak all over, can't concentrate on tasks, and teeth also ache. The night before last, the headaches worsened continuously, accompanied by stomach pain, nausea, and vomiting. Yesterday, I went to the pet hospital to measure my blood pressure, which was 120-150, with a very small difference. After taking some blood pressure medication, the headaches improved. Today, I went to the hospital for a thorough examination, and the doctor concluded that I have stage 2 high-risk hypertension, saying that I will need to take medication every day for the rest of my life. What is stage 2 high-risk hypertension, and how is it treated?Doctor's answer:
Considering the recurrence of hypertension currently, along with cardiovascular risk symptoms, the test results indicate that hypertension symptoms have reappeared and exceed the symptoms of high-risk level 2. If hypertension is not well-controlled, it is likely to lead to complications such as cerebrovascular disease in the future. Therefore, long-term medication is necessary to control it. It is recommended to follow the doctor's advice and take antihypertensive medication on time. Additionally, dietary control is required, including a low-sodium diet. Daily life should involve increased exercise, weight control, and abstaining from smoking and alcohol.