Sudden, severe blood pressure spikes can cause restlessness, dizziness, and mild headaches, often without prior warning, posing a significant risk of damage to the heart, brain, and kidneys.
A 66-year-old patient, Mr. Viet, suffering from prolonged hypertension caused by renal artery stenosis, underwent a procedure where doctors successfully placed two stents to clear the blocked vessel.
Can drinking one cup of strong tea every morning stabilize blood pressure? I have had hypertension for many years, with readings fluctuating around 130-140/90 mmHg; should I adopt this method? (Nguyen Van Bang, 53 years old, Hai Phong)
Beyond typical symptoms like headaches and shortness of breath, hypertension can also cause chest pain, dizziness, frequent urination, and swollen ankles.
High blood pressure can be managed through daily habits like healthy eating, reduced salt intake, regular exercise, sufficient sleep, and stress reduction.
While strokes often strike without warning, the period from waking up until getting out of bed is identified as a high-risk window, especially between 6 and 9 AM.
I have hypertension, take medication regularly, and usually drink one cup of coffee every morning. Does this habit affect my condition? (Trong Nghia, 47, Ninh Binh)
