The doctor pointed out the risks of postponing hypertension treatment

Maria Glezer, the chief freelance cardiologist of the Moscow region, pointed out the risk to blood vessels due to the postponement of hypertension treatment.

In an interview with Radio 1 on Wednesday, May 13, the specialist noted that the fear of lifelong drug use remains one of the main causes of the severe consequences of hypertension. According to her, many patients have been relieving symptoms for years, but they postpone permanent treatment, which is why the disease continues to progress imperceptibly and damage blood vessels, heart and kidneys.

The expert emphasized that hypertension is a chronic disease that cannot be cured with a course of medications, but can be kept under control. She noted that modern medicines are considered safe, and therapy can be adjusted if necessary, but it is important to take medications regularly.

Glaser also added that taking pills daily is not a weakness, but a way to maintain health, mental clarity and reduce the risk of heart attack or stroke, which can lead to disability or death.

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Earlier on May 13, preventologist Sergey Tokarev stated that hypertension is caused by lifestyle, not climate. According to him, the development of hypertension is influenced by climate, genetics and the level of medicine, but the main factors remain a sedentary lifestyle and poor nutrition, which worsen the condition of blood vessels. 360.ru .

Also on Wednesday, doctors of the Childhood Clinic reminded about therapy for childhood hypertension. Experts urged parents to strictly follow the prescribed therapy for high blood pressure in children and not to cancel medications without consulting a specialist, RIAMO notes.

Cardiologist Evgeny Kokin, in an interview with Izvestia on May 9, warned that self-medication for hypertension can lead to complications. According to him, without therapy, hypertension significantly increases the risk of heart attack, stroke, angina pectoris, kidney failure and other severe cardiovascular complications.

Cardiologist Zukhra Salpagarova said on May 7 that following a number of simple rules will help reduce the risk of myocardial infarction by 70%-85%. In particular, this means at least 150 minutes of physical activity per week, including walking down the street at a hurried pace, writes NSN.

At the same time, cardiologist-therapist Sergey Vasiliev warned that sudden temperature changes can cause cardiac arrhythmias and worsen the condition of people with cardiovascular diseases. According to the doctor, in cool weather, the vessels are in a spasmodic state, and with sudden warming they expand rapidly, which can lead to dizziness, weakness and ischemia, writes RT. The expert recommended avoiding the sun in hot weather, drinking more water, abstaining from alcohol and monitoring blood pressure.

In April, doctor Andrey Tyazhelnikov said that two cups of coffee a day in the absence of health problems would not cause heart disease, and the drink itself should not be demonized. If you experience interruptions or palpitations after coffee, you should consult a doctor, the Moscow City News agency notes.

Earlier Pravda.Ru She wrote that to prevent hypertension, it is important to regularly check blood pressure, reduce salt intake, move more, quit smoking, control weight and do not interrupt prescribed treatment — even small lifestyle changes help reduce the risk of complications.