Managing Hypertension: Your Guide to Better Blood Pressure

If you've been told your blood pressure is high, or if you often experience headaches, dizziness, or fatigue, you might be dealing with hypertension—a common but serious condition that needs proper attention. As your doctor, I want to help you understand what hypertension means, why it matters, and how we can work together to keep it under control.

What Causes High Blood Pressure?

Hypertension often develops silently over time, with several contributing factors:

• Lifestyle habits (high-salt diet, lack of exercise, smoking, or excessive alcohol)
• Family history (genetics can play a role)
• Age-related changes (blood vessels lose flexibility over time)
• Underlying conditions (kidney disease, thyroid disorders, or sleep apnea)

Many patients don’t realise they have high blood pressure until a routine checkup reveals it. That’s why regular monitoring is so important.

How Do You Know If You Have Hypertension?

High blood pressure is often called the "silent killer" because it may cause no obvious symptoms at first. However, some signs to watch for include:

✔ Persistent headaches (especially in the morning)

✔ Blurred vision or dizziness

✔ Shortness of breath

✔ Chest discomfort or irregular heartbeat

If you experience any of these, don’t ignore them—visit our clinic for a proper evaluation.

How We Diagnose and Monitor Hypertension

At our clinic, we use a simple, painless blood pressure test. Since blood pressure fluctuates, we may recommend:

1. Multiple readings over time to confirm a diagnosis
2. Ambulatory monitoring (a 24-hour blood pressure test) if needed
3. Additional tests (blood work, urine tests, or heart exams) to check for underlying causes

Effective Ways to Manage Your Blood Pressure

Treatment depends on your specific condition, but often includes:

• Lifestyle changes (reducing salt, exercising regularly, quitting smoking)
• Medications (if needed, tailored to your health profile)
• Stress management (mindfulness, deep breathing, or yoga)
• Regular follow-ups to adjust treatment as needed

The good news? Many patients successfully control hypertension with the right approach.

Why Controlling Blood Pressure Matters

Left untreated, high blood pressure can lead to:

• Heart disease or heart attacks
• Stroke
• Kidney damage
• Vision problems

But with early detection and proper care, these risks drop significantly.

When Should You See Us?

✔ If your blood pressure readings are consistently high (140/90 or above)

✔ If you have symptoms like frequent headaches or dizziness

✔ If you have a family history of hypertension

✔ If you’re due for a routine checkup

At our clinic, we’ll help you create a personalised plan to keep your blood pressure in a healthy range.

Don’t wait—schedule an appointment today, and let’s take control of your heart health together. Remember, managing hypertension is a lifelong commitment, but you don’t have to do it alone. We’re here to support you every step of the way.