Patient's question:
Doctor, my mother is a patient with high blood pressure, and she was just diagnosed with it. I would like to ask, what precautions should high blood pressure patients take in their daily lives, especially in terms of diet? Also, what medication should they take? Do they need to go to the hospital regularly for check-ups?Doctor's answer:
Hypertensive patients should pay attention to proper diet in daily life. First and foremost, they need to control their salt intake, ensuring it does not exceed 6 grams per day. Avoid excessive fat consumption, maintain moderate physical exercise, quit smoking and drinking, and avoid excessive stress. Keep a positive mood, monitor blood pressure regularly at the hospital, and it is advisable to have a blood pressure monitor at home. Measure blood pressure at least twice a day. Take antihypertensive medication on schedule and do not arbitrarily adjust the dosage or stop taking it. Any changes must be implemented under the guidance of a doctor based on the patient's condition.