Hi friends
Today, May 17th is World Hypertension Day. Let us all pledge on this day to keep our BP under control so that one can avoid risks and complications related to it.
Take home messages related to BP Management:
1. HTN can affect any age and any gender. There are no preferences in this respect.
2. Usually if BP is borderline high; we advise lifestyle modifications in the form of low salt and oil in diet, regular exercises etc.
3. This does not mean that one does not require BP monitoring. In fact, more frequent monitoring is mandatory.
4. If lifestyle modifications are not helping, then medication has to be started. Mind you; BP medication has to be continued lifelong. There can only be dose adjustment depending on one’s BP control.
5. High BP can affect other organs ; like our vision, heart , kidneys etc. So to protect our organs , we need to keep our BP under control.
6. Regular follow up with your doctor is also essential so that BP is monitored properly and dose adjusted accordingly.
