Patient's question:
With a 2-year history of hypertension, long-term use of nifedipine, recent mild condition, want to know methods and precautions for lowering blood pressureDoctor's answer:
It is recommended that patients with hypertension should try their best to avoid smoking and drinking alcohol, as smoking and drinking beer can worsen the condition. Patients with hypertension are advised to be patient with treatment. A low-sodium, low-cholesterol diet should be the foundation of their diet, and they should eat less animal liver. Fresh fruits and vegetables rich in vitamins should be consumed in abundance. Light, semi-liquid diets are acceptable, but spicy and irritating foods should be avoided. It is advisable to go to bed early and wake up early, ensuring sufficient sleep time and maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Heavy physical labor should be avoided, and appropriate sports can be engaged in to boost immunity. Regular, scheduled blood pressure measurements at specific locations using a calibrated blood pressure monitor should be performed, and antihypertensive medications should be taken consistently. Patients should follow their doctor's advice and cooperate with treatment.