Can stage three hypertension be cured?

Sep 13, 2022 Source: Cainiu Health

Dr. Tian Hongbo

Introduction

Stage 3 hypertension is a severe form of high blood pressure that requires medication to stabilize and control blood pressure. Otherwise, long-term hypertension can lead to many complications. Currently, hypertension is classified into primary hypertension and secondary hypertension. Primary hypertension has no known cure at present; the main treatment approach involves long-term use of antihypertensive medications to maintain stable blood pressure control, along with lifestyle modifications.

High blood pressure is a relatively common condition in daily life, and if not controlled promptly, it can become severe. So, can stage 3 hypertension be cured?

Can Stage 3 Hypertension Be Cured?

Stage 3 hypertension is a more serious form of high blood pressure that requires medication to stabilize and control blood pressure. Otherwise, long-term uncontrolled hypertension can lead to numerous complications. Currently, hypertension is classified into primary (essential) hypertension and secondary hypertension. Primary hypertension has no known cure at present; the main treatment approach involves long-term use of antihypertensive medications to maintain stable blood pressure, along with lifestyle improvements. For example, reducing salt intake, eating more vegetables and fruits, engaging in moderate exercise, maintaining a positive mood, avoiding staying up late, and managing stress and anger. On the other hand, secondary hypertension is caused by underlying conditions affecting organs such as the adrenal glands, kidneys, or endocrine system. This type of hypertension can potentially be cured. Once the underlying cause is identified and treated, blood pressure may return to normal. Therefore, appropriate medical evaluations are necessary to determine whether hypertension is primary or secondary.

There are no absolute dietary contraindications for people with hypertension, but they should avoid salty foods such as pickled vegetables, salted fish, and bacon. Excessive salt intake can easily raise blood pressure. It is recommended that hypertensive patients limit their daily salt intake to less than 6 grams. For patients with hypertension complicated by heart disease, such as heart failure, salt restriction should be even stricter—especially during acute episodes of heart failure, when daily salt intake should be limited to less than 3 grams.

Patients with hypertension should also reduce consumption of greasy foods, animal organs, and high-fat foods. I hope this answer helps you. Wishing you good health and happiness!

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Can mild pulmonary hypertension be cured?

In general, whether mild pulmonary hypertension can be cured depends on whether the underlying cause is clear and removable. Cases secondary to left heart disease or lung diseases often improve once the underlying cause is addressed; however, idiopathic pulmonary hypertension is difficult to cure completely and requires long-term management. Patients with mild pulmonary hypertension should avoid smoking and excessive alcohol consumption, refrain from strenuous exercise and high-altitude environments, and reduce stress on the lungs in daily life.