Treatment of hypertension

Hypertension is a multifactorial pathology, the origin of which cannot be explained by a specific reason. And this makes it difficult to choose therapeutic measures to affect it. Treatment of hypertension is reduced to maintain optimal blood pressure levels, alleviate the patient's condition, and prevent possible complications. The disease can be treated in different ways, and each stage requires a special approach. To achieve maximum effect, the treatment of hypertension should thoroughly combine traditional and non-traditional methods, taking into account the individual characteristics of the patient.

What is hypertension?

Before you know how to treat hypertension, you need to understand what it is. Hypertension is a disease, the sure sign of which is an increase in blood pressure. Values on the tonometer scale are considered to be regular when they exceed the norm for a certain period of time, 140/90 and above. Other symptoms occur with further progression of the pathological condition. Common symptoms of hypertension include:

• Headache;
• frequent dizziness and weakness;
• nausea that can turn into vomiting;
• signs of increased anxiety (nervousness, aggression, irritability);
• bad sleep;
• arrhythmia, heart pain;
• forgetfulness.

Arterial hypertension develops when the walls of blood vessels are damaged and lose the ability to relax and contract on their own, adapting to changing conditions. This occurs under the influence of certain factors that cause long-term stress in the vascular system. The main motivating factor of hypertension is excessive excitation of the central nervous system caused by strong emotional experiences.

Other factors also play an important role:

• a lot of salty food on the menu;
• obesity;
• lack of physical activity;
• aging of the body;
• heavy overwork;
• smoking, alcohol use;
• hereditary predisposition to the disease.

To understand how to deal with hypertension, you need to have an idea of its types, stages and degrees.

In most cases, major arterial hypertension is diagnosed. Occurs as an independent pathology under the influence of a number of factors. When treating primary hypertension, lifelong drug therapy is prescribed, combined with optimization of overall lifestyle and rhythm of life.

Symptomatic arterial hypertension occurs as a manifestation (symptom) of another disease. Secondary arterial hypertension manifests itself more acutely and brightly, more severely and more rapidly. To combat such a pathology, you must directly influence the cause of its appearance. Often, hypertension in this condition can only be treated surgically.

Hypertension and its treatment go through different stages of their development. There are three stages according to the degree of damage to the target organs: the first stage is characterized by the absence of such lesions, the third stage is irreversible, leading to life-threatening processes. A concept such as the degree of the disease indicates the level of increased blood pressure in hypertension. There are three degrees: first, the pressure rises slightly and irregularly, and third, it is characterized by high, persistent, poorly adjusted tonometer readings. It can be characterized as a second stage and a second stage transition.

Modern methods of combating pathology

Modern treatment includes traditional, classical methods of treatment, which can be completed by non-traditional, alternative methods. The traditional method is based on drug therapy.

About drug therapy

There is a list of drugs that meet the standard of traditional treatment of hypertension. All of them are prescribed only by a doctor, taken throughout life, according to the prescribed regimen and dose. Unauthorized cancellation or replacement of medicines is not allowed. When hypertension develops, treatment should not be stopped, even if the blood pressure level returns to normal and the person feels well.

Angiotensin converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors

Medicinal properties:

• Their side effects are few.
• They can protect the kidneys and heart from possible complications, and keep blood pressure normal for a long time.
• These drugs are often used as monotherapy, but can be used in combination with other agents.
• The essence of the action of ACE inhibitors is to prevent the transition of ACE 1 to ACE 2.
• When hypertension responds well to drug control, you can start taking antihypertensive drugs for hypertension from this group.

Angiotensin 2 receptor blockers (ARBs)

ARBs are a relatively new drug. It has not been used for a long time in the treatment of hypertension. Distinctive features:

• Modern drugs have less adverse reactions.
• Effectively protects internal organs
• They have good antihypertensive properties.
• Under the influence of these drugs, angiotensin 2 can not narrow blood vessels, because the receptors inside the blood vessels, which transmit a signal for the contraction of the vessel wall, are blocked.

Beta blockers

Description:

• They belong to the old generation of drugs.
• They are prescribed for persistent arterial hypertension with high blood pressure.
• Suitable for patients with heart problems
• They have enough side effects.
• Medications are usually combined with diuretics.
• There are contraindications (diabetes mellitus, arrhythmia, obstructive processes in the bronchi).

calcium antagonists

Distinctive features and specifications:

• They do not allow calcium ions to penetrate the vascular cell, which reduces the stiffness of the vessel walls.
• Medications dilate blood vessels, improve coronary circulation in hypertension.
• Allows you to effectively manage the level of high and low pressure indicators.
• There are some side effects.
• The tablets have contraindications (narrowed aorta, impaired metabolism).

Diuretics

Otherwise, they are called diuretics. Key features:

• Remove excess fluid from the body.
• Reduces potassium levels in cells
• May cause dehydration and hypokalemia (potassium deficiency).
• Normalize blood pressure well.
• They are used as a single drug and in combination with other drugs.

Now briefly about some alternative treatments for a condition like arterial hypertension.

Physiotherapy

Such therapy complements the basic treatment of hypertension very well. Its use allows you to reduce the dose of medications taken, and in some cases do it completely without them. Benefits of physiotherapy:

• improves the condition of blood vessels;
• normalizes blood flow to the brain;
• stabilizes coronary blood circulation;
• helps relieve nervous tension.

What treatment may be recommended if hypertension develops:

1. Use of a galvanic collar based on a solution of magnesium sulfate and novocaine.
2. Use of general darsonvalization.
3. Electric sleep.
4. Massage procedures. The effect is on the head and neck.
5. Treatment with electrophoresis using bromine.

What treatment of the disease can still be tested?

Iodine treatment

Iodine is needed to maintain normal oxidative processes that stimulate brain activity. Without it, the normal functioning of the thyroid gland is impossible. The mineral is able to neutralize unstable microbes, which improves mood and reduces irritation. Increases the elasticity of the walls of blood vessels and has a beneficial effect on blood plasma. Gives energy, helps burn fat deposits, keeps teeth healthy, nails and hair strong and shiny.

Iodine treatment of hypertension is the so-called "Indian method". How to eliminate hypertension with its help? Such courses of treatment should be carried out twice: in early autumn and early spring. The whole course lasts 20 days. After the first 10 days of treatment, they take a break for another 10 days, then continue for the next decade. The essence of the treatment is to draw circles with iodine and a cotton swab on certain areas of the body according to a certain pattern. Every day a new circle is drawn in a new place.

Treatment with vitamins and minerals

It is believed that for the effective treatment of hypertension it is necessary to take a special mineral and vitamin complex. This method is based on the assumption that one of the main causes of high blood pressure is a lack of magnesium in the blood. Proponents of this method believe that by taking magnesium in combination with elements such as vitamin B6, as well as taurine (a natural diuretic), fish oil (a natural source of valuable amino acids), you can strengthen the cardiovascular system and completely give up drugs.

Low carb diet

How to eliminate the symptoms of hypertensive diet? Fast carbohydrates are a source of excess weight and cholesterol in the blood, increasing the risk of developing diabetes. These factors have a negative impact on the condition of ships. With the help of a special diet, you can reduce blood pressure by reducing the amount of carbohydrates in the diet. Good results can be achieved by combining magnesium intake with diet, as well as moderate physical activity.

In addition to these methods, arterial hypertension can be treated with homeopathy, hirudotherapy, exercise therapy, acupuncture, acupressure, breathing exercises, herbal medicines, yoga.

Principles and standard schemes of complex therapy

There are two approaches to drug treatment for hypertension.

1. The clinical recommendations for the treatment of arterial hypertension in this situation are as follows: Exposure to the drug should begin with monotherapy. First, a drug is prescribed. At the same time, the lowest possible dose is offered in a given situation. If the effect is insufficient, the dose is gradually increased. If there are still no results or the drug has undesirable side effects, it is replaced with another. As the most extreme option, monotherapy is replaced by combined treatment.
2. The principles of treatment of arterial hypertension are completely different here. Proponents of a different approach are convinced that it is advisable to start treatment with several drugs, not just one. It is believed that two or more drugs from different groups that combine well with each other will be more effective together, rather than separately. Each of them eliminates the negative reactions caused by the other. In this case, the dose of both drugs can be reduced as much as possible. And the effect will be high. This method of treatment is especially good for patients at high risk of developing complications in the form of cardiovascular disease.

For the convenience of patients in pharmacies began to appear combined effective drugs that combine several active components from different groups of drugs. It is convenient to take such tablets (drink once a day), and this is an important advantage.

Effective treatment of hypertension depends on the right combination of drugs.

Recommended combinations of drugs for the treatment of arterial hypertension:

• diuretic in combination with an ACE inhibitor;
• ACE inhibitor in combination with calcium antagonist;
• use of calcium antagonist in combination with angiotensin 2 receptor blockers;
• diuretic and calcium antagonist;
• diuretics in combination with angiotensin 2 receptor blockers;
• beta-blockers and diuretics;
• calcium channel blocker in combination with beta-blocker.

Each stage of the disease requires adherence to a certain scheme and principles of treatment of hypertension.

The first stage (140/90 - 160/100)

How to treat hypertension in the first stage? Medications are not prescribed in the early stages of the disease. It is recommended to use them only in case of hypertensive crisis, when it is necessary to provide first aid quickly and effectively. The first stage is the easiest, the pressure can be normalized by maintaining a proper lifestyle. At this stage, you can actively use herbal medicine, massage, exercise therapy, physiotherapy and other non-drug alternative therapies.

Hypertension, as a pathology of the first stage, does not require the use of drugs. They are not used to stabilize blood pressure, but to reduce the excitement of the central nervous system, to normalize cerebral blood flow, as well as to affect the underlying disease (if we are talking about secondary hypertension).

Second stage (160/100 - 180/110)

In most cases, this involves taking medication. Some patients are treated with small doses and monotherapy. For others, you may need to increase the dose or prescribe medication. Medications are prescribed not only to reduce blood pressure, but also to prevent the development of complications.

Drug therapy is combined with preventive measures, lifestyle optimization and elimination of provocative factors.

Third stage (180/110 and above)

Principles of treatment of hypertension at this stage:

• You can't suddenly reduce the pressure.
• It is recommended to reduce the tonometer readings by no more than 15% of the initial figures.
• When treating the severe stage of the disease, the patient should be prescribed a combination therapy of 2-3 drugs.
• If symptomatic hypertension is detected, medication is prescribed. affects the cause of the underlying disease. If necessary, surgical treatment is prescribed.

It is necessary to try to minimize the risk factors and follow all the recommendations of the doctor for the treatment of hypertension. At this stage, it is important to monitor the condition of the so-called targets of hypertension: the heart, kidneys, brain, eyes, blood vessels.

Kidney disease often causes high blood pressure. Drug treatment of nephrogenic (secondary) arterial hypertension should provide:

• pressure level normalization;
• elimination of the patient's well-being, elimination of unpleasant symptoms;
• prevent the development of kidney failure;
• prolonging the patient's life.

Medications are often used to prepare the patient for surgery or in the postoperative period. Complex treatment is also recommended for the elderly and those contraindicated in anesthesia. Surgical treatment is the most effective and often the only measure to combat kidney pathology.

How to treat yourself properly and effectively

You can treat hypertension at home, but it is advisable to discuss all your actions with your doctor so that the treatment is not harmful, but useful.

There are many effective and safe ways to lower blood pressure offered by traditional medicine. How to treat high blood pressure without medication?

Baths. The use of hot foot baths, especially when mustard powder is added to the water, reduces the pressure well and quickly.

Pomegranate. Fruit in itself is very useful in hypertension. But it can be treated with pomegranate peel. Instead of tea, it is brewed and drunk in unlimited quantities.

currant. Useful in any form, especially fresh. You can make compote, drink juice, make jam, eat fresh berries, mashed sugar is very tasty and healthy. It will eliminate the unpleasant symptoms associated with high blood pressure.

Useful vegetables. Arterial hypertension can be treated by eating a variety of vegetables. Beets are useful in any form. Its juice copes well with atherosclerosis, lowers blood pressure. Uniformed potatoes contain a lot of potassium, which is good for the heart and blood vessels. Onions, as well as garlic, which fights blood pressure and strengthens blood vessels, you need to eat them every day.

Therapeutic elixir. Ingredients: onion (1 piece), Garlic (4 cloves), dried mountain ash (tablespoon). Grind all this, pour cold water (1 liter) and cook on low heat for 15 minutes. After that, pour a pinch of herbs: cudweed, dill, parsley. Mix all well and boil for another 15 minutes.

After cooking, cool and strain. Then, get rid of high blood pressure by taking one and a half tablespoons up to 4 times a day. The remedy should be drunk half an hour before meals. The whole course will take about ten days. After a 21-day break, repeat the course of treatment.

Rose with honey. Infuse a tablespoon of dried hips (fruits) in boiling water (500 g), then heat on low heat for 10 minutes. Then cool and pass through the cheese. You can drink the recommended amount of honey by adding honey (1 tablespoon) to the drink.

Mineral water drink. Add mineral water (200 g), honey (1 tablespoon), lemon (half a fruit juice), mix everything. To cope with hypertension, you need to take a glass of the drug before breakfast, for a week.

Is it possible to get rid of hypertension forever?

If secondary hypertension is diagnosed, the fight against it can be quite effective. How to treat arterial hypertension in this situation? Timely detection and elimination of the cause of the disease will lead to a complete cure of hypertension. Gives good results surgical treatment. The patient can avoid serious complications and end high blood pressure once and for all.

In the case of essential (primary) hypertension, complete cure can be expected only at a very early stage of disease development. To do this, you need to get into the habit of measuring blood pressure regularly, this applies to absolutely everyone, even healthy people. Anyone can take a few minutes for this simple procedure. Timely fluctuations in the indicators can stop the development of hypertension.

How to get rid of hypertension forever? You need to reconsider your priorities to deal with the onset of the disease. It must be understood that the further development of events depends only on the person himself. What to do to treat the disease:

• time and complete rest;
• protect the nervous system;
• give up salt almost completely;
• force yourself to walk more often, move more, exercise regularly, or at least exercise;
• do not sit at the computer for a long time;
• if the weight exceeds the allowable limits, try to lose weight;
• forget about smoking, coffee, alcohol;
• Eliminate harmful foods, especially those that increase cholesterol and affect weight.

Folk remedies, as well as various methods of non-drug alternative medicine will come to the rescue. The main thing is not to overdo it with treatment and to consult a doctor to fight hypertension as effectively as possible.

When hypertensive disease passes the first stage, you should focus on lifelong treatment and not fall into empty illusions. How to beat chronic hypertension - no one knows. Now the only thing a person can do in this situation is to learn to control the disease.

When dealing with hypertension, we must remember that self-medication without prescription drugs can only be harmful. Even if you look in perfect health, you should always take pills. Additional treatment of hypertension can prevent possible complications, reduce the side effects of drugs and reduce their dose. However, you can think about the cancellation of drug treatment only in the early stages of the disease, only with the permission of the attending physician.