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Further information
• If your values are mostly normal under resting conditions but exceptionally high under conditions of
physical or psychological stress, it is possible that you are suffering from so-called “labile hyperten-
sion”. Consult your doctor.
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Correctly measured diastolic blood pressure values above 120mmHg require immediate
medical treatment.
2.3. What can be done if regular increased/low values are obtained?
a) Consult your doctor.
b) Increased blood pressure values (various forms of hypertension) are associated with considerable
health risks over time. Arterial blood vessels in your body are endangered due to constriction caused by
deposits in the vessel walls. (Arteriosclerosis) A deficient supply of blood to important organs (heart,
brain, muscles) can result. Furthermore, the heart will become structurally damaged with increased
blood pressure values.
c) There are many different causes of high blood pressure. We differentiate between the common primary
(essential) hypertension, and secondary hypertension. The latter group can be ascribed to specific organ
malfunctions. Please consult your doctor for information about the possible origins of your own in-
creased blood pressure values.
d) There are measures which you can take to reduce and even prevent high blood pressure. These mea-
sures must be permanent lifestyle changes.
A) Eating habits
• Strive for a normal weight corresponding to your age. See your doctor for your ideal weight.
• Avoid excessive consumption of common salt.
• Avoid fatty foods.
B) Previous illnesses
• Consistently follow all medical instructions for treating illness such as:
• Diabetes (Diabetes mellitus or sugar diabetes)
• Fat metabolism disorder
• Gout
C) Habits
• Give up smoking completely
• Drink only moderate amounts of alcohol
• Restrict your caffeine consumption (Coffee, tea, chocolate)
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