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2. What is hypertension and how is it controlled?
Hypertension, an abnormally high arterial blood pressure, if left unattended,
can cause many health problems including stroke and heart attack.
Hypertension can be controlled by altering lifestyle, avoiding stress and with
medication under a doctor's supervision.
To prevent hypertension or keep it under control:
Do not smoke
Reduce salt and fat intake
Maintain proper weight
3. Why measure blood pressure at home?
Blood pressure measured at a clinic or doctor's office may cause
apprehension and can produce an elevated reading, 25 to 30 mmHg higher
than that measured at home. Home measurement reduces the effects of
outside influences on blood pressure readings, supplements the doctor's
readings and provides a more accurate, complete blood pressure history.
4. WHO blood pressure classification
Standards for assessment of
high blood pressure, without
regard to age, have been
established by the World
Health Organization (WHO),
as shown in the chart below.
5. Blood pressure variations
An individual's blood pressure varies
greatly on a daily and seasonal basis.
It may vary by 30 to 50 mmHg due to
various conditions during the day. In
hypertensive
are even more pronounced.
Normally, the blood pressure rises
while at work or play and falls to its
lowest levels during sleep. So, do not
be overly concerned by the results of
one measurement.
individuals, variations
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Exercise regularly
Have regular physical checkups
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