Lifestyle modification involves the long-term alteration of eating and physical activities by adopting and maintaining new habits. It is used to treat various diseases including obesity, high blood pressure, heart problems, diabetes, etc.
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My blood pressure levels are high even after taking medicines. What is the cause?
Query: Hello, I am having high blood pressure. I am 40 years old male. I have been using Lodoz 2.5 mg medicine from last 8 years and always my BP levels are below 120/80. Here is my problem:- Last 10 days my BP levels are increased a lot to 160/90 and high heartbeat. I visited to my primary care provide... Read Full »
Dr. Peter Bryant Rapsing Grutas
Answer: Hello! Thank you for this information. I understand your concern. This can happen even for long-time hypertensive patient even if they're compliant to medication. This is because of the degenerative changes on the cardiovascular system. Your blood vessels and cardiac function may not be the sa... Read Full »