What methods are used to treat high diastolic blood pressure?

Mar 01, 2022 Source: Cainiu Health
Disease description:

Recently, I was diagnosed with hypertension, but only my diastolic blood pressure is elevated. What treatment options are available for isolated diastolic hypertension?

Doctor's answer (2)
Dr. Liu Shilei
The primary approach remains using antihypertensive medications to control blood pressure. Elevated diastolic pressure, in particular, is generally responsive to treatment; however, the key lies in selecting appropriate antihypertensive agents for long-term use to achieve stable blood pressure control. We recommend consulting a cardiologist at a hospital for comprehensive evaluation—including regular blood pressure monitoring and 24-hour ambulatory blood pressure monitoring—to guide selection of the most suitable antihypertensive medication. In daily life, avoid spicy and greasy foods; eliminate animal fats and organ meats from your diet; limit salt intake; and abstain from smoking and alcohol consumption.