Ms. Hoa, 76, experienced fatigue and facial swelling after one year of consuming an unknown powdered medication for bone and joint pain; doctors diagnosed her with adrenal insufficiency due to prolonged corticoid use.
Taking medication as prescribed and maintaining healthy habits such as a low-salt diet, regular exercise, and sufficient sleep can help control high blood pressure.
Hypertension can cause headaches, dizziness, a heavy head, blurred vision, palpitations, extreme fatigue, chest pain, or shortness of breath, when blood pressure is repeatedly 140/90 mmHg or higher.
Chocolate is rich in flavanol antioxidants, which can help lower blood pressure, improve vascular function, and support the prevention of cardiovascular disease.
Checking blood pressure before a trip, preparing medication, and maintaining hydration throughout the journey can help prevent sudden blood pressure spikes.
Tomatoes, apples, strawberries, pomegranates, and watermelon, rich in fiber and antioxidants, promote healthy blood circulation and help balance blood pressure.
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.
