What Can Be Done If Regular High/Low Values Are Obtained - Microlife BP3AQ-1 Manual De Instrucciones

2.3. What can be done if regular high or low values are obtained?
a) Consult your doctor.
b) Increased blood pressure values (various forms of hypertension) are associ-
ated 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 from arteriosclerosis. 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 hyper-
tension. The latter group can be ascribed to specific organ malfunctions.
Please consult your doctor for information about the possible origins of your
own increased blood pressure values.
d) There are measures which you can take to reduce and even prevent high
blood pressure. These measures must be permane nt lifestyle changes.
1) 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.
2) Previous illnesses
• Consistently follow all medical instructions for treating illness such as:
• Diabetes (diabetes mellitus)
• Fat metabolism disorder
• Gout
3) Habits
• Give up smoking completely.
• Drink only moderate amounts of alcohol.
• Restrict your caffeine consumption (e.g., coffee).
4) Physical constitution
• After a preliminary medical examination, do regular exercise.
• Choose sports which require stamina and avoid those which require strength.
• Avoid reaching the limit of your performance.
• With previous illnesses and/or an age of over 40 years, please consult your
doctor before beginning your exercise routine. You must receive advice
regarding the type and extent of exercise that is appropriate for you.
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