Bangkok, May 17 – Doctors at Rajavithi Hospital warn of “knowing the silent dangers. Hypertension" on World Hypertension Day Point out that high blood pressure is the most common non-communicable chronic disease. And it is one of the leading causes of premature death of people around the world.
Dr. Nattapong Wongwiwat, Deputy Director-General of the Department of Medical Services, said the World Hypertension Federation Designating May 17 of every year as "World Hypertension Day" by campaigning to raise awareness and awareness of the importance of preventing hypertension. which is an important cause that causes paralysis, paralysis Emphasis is placed on letting people know their blood pressure levels and their risk of developing hypertension. as well as conducting oneself to maintain blood pressure levels cholesterol level and body weight to the normal level This is to prevent future diseases such as stroke, coronary heart disease, heart attacks, kidney failure, and blindness.
Dr. Chinda Rojanamathin, director of Rajavithi Hospital, said that high blood pressure is a silent threat if left undiagnosed and properly treated. It affects the arteries of the heart, kidneys, eyes and brain, causing heart failure, kidney failure, paralysis and premature death. by hypertension Most of the time, there are no symptoms. until there is an arterial complication such as ischemic stroke or cerebral hemorrhage which hypertension can be easily diagnosed Just use the correct blood pressure measurement, so you should always check your blood pressure yourself. or a hospital near the house at all times If you have high blood pressure should be examined by a physician And take the drug continuously and consistently. However, people with high blood pressure. Avoid foods that are spicy, salty, and alcoholic beverages. keep exercising regularly and make the mind clear Not too stressed
Dr. Kay Paopuree Cardiology Unit Internal Medicine Rajavithi Hospital added that For how to measure blood pressure yourself at home. can be done easily Follow these steps: 1.) Do not drink tea, coffee, smoke or exercise 30 minutes before the measurement. 2.) Before the measurement, urination should be completed. In order not to strain the back, both feet are placed flat on the floor. 4.) Measure blood pressure in the non-dominant arm. or the side with higher blood pressure by placing the arms at the same level as the heart 5. ) While measuring blood pressure, do not clench your fists, do not talk or move. The appropriate blood pressure for people aged 18 years and over for the upper body is 120-129 mm Hg. and for the lower body at 80-84 mm Hg and if you know that you are at risk of developing high blood pressure should undergo a diagnostic test Check for an enlarged heart Check for kidney failure and check for protein in the urine Including detecting joint diseases that come with high blood pressure, such as diabetes, hyperlipidemia, etc. – Thai News Agency
Source: Thai News Agency