Q. What are the causes of high blood pressure and persistent headaches?

Hi,

Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern.

I have compiled some basic measures to control blood pressure, which are relevant for most hypertensive patients:

1. Avoid smoking and other addictive substances.

2. Reduce salt intake in your diet.

3. Cut down on fatty foods, junk foods, and saturated fats.

4. Manage stress and anxiety effectively.

5. Engage in regular moderate-intensity exercise, like brisk walking for at least 30 minutes a day.

6. Ensure proper sleep, with a minimum of eight hours per 24 hours, including at least six hours of uninterrupted sleep at night.

7. Maintain a healthy weight, even if you are within the normal range.

8. Stay well-hydrated by drinking plenty of water.

9. Practice deep breathing exercises and meditation to reduce stress.

10. When measuring your blood pressure, make sure you are in a relaxed state. Sit quietly for five minutes in a calm room without engaging in conversation. Empty your bladder and bowels before checking your blood pressure. Avoid consuming tea or coffee 30 minutes before measuring. Sit on a chair with your feet on the ground, back supported, and your arm supported on a table, positioning the cuff at the level of your heart. Check your blood pressure and repeat it after 5 minutes. Perform the same procedure on the other arm and repeat after five minutes. Throughout this process, maintain a relaxed and quiet demeanor. The arm with higher blood pressure readings is your actual blood pressure. It is a good practice to take at least two or more readings and calculate the average for your actual blood pressure.

Specific measures should be determined based on an individual patient's risk profile and metabolic characteristics. Additionally, it is advisable to have renal function tests and electrolyte levels assessed before considering any changes in treatment.

Thank you for consulting me.

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Dr. Muhammad Zohaib Siddiq

Experience: 13 + Yrs

Cardiology

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