{"id":1016,"date":"2025-11-07T02:28:35","date_gmt":"2025-11-07T02:28:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dymmedicalclinic.id\/en\/?post_type=opd&#038;p=1016"},"modified":"2025-11-07T03:07:25","modified_gmt":"2025-11-07T03:07:25","slug":"ht","status":"publish","type":"opd","link":"https:\/\/dymmedicalclinic.id\/en\/opd\/gp\/ht\/","title":{"rendered":"Hypertension"},"content":{"rendered":"<style>\n    img {\n        max-width: 100%;\n    }<\/p>\n<p>    .flowbox {\n        display: flex;\n        justify-content: space-between;\n        align-items: center;\n        flex-wrap: wrap;\n    }<\/p>\n<p>    .flowbox .flowpart {\n        width: 15%;\n    }<\/p>\n<p>    .flowbox .flowpart img {\n        width: 80%;\n        object-fit: contain;\n        height: 120px;\n        display: block;\n        margin: auto;\n    }<\/p>\n<p>    .flowbox .flowpart div {\n        text-align: center;\n        font-size: 14px;\n        margin-top: 10px;\n    }<\/p>\n<p>    .flowbox .arrow {\n        width: 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<a href=\"#faq\"><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Frequently Asked Questions<\/p>\n<\/li><\/div>\n<link rel=\"stylesheet\"\n        href=\"https:\/\/dymmedicalclinic.id\/wp-content\/themes\/clinic\/style\/css\/pages\/department-test.css?v=20240717070928\"><\/p>\n<section id=\"about\">\n<h2 class=\"ttl-green\">About Hypertension<\/h2>\n<div class=\"flex_box\">\n<div class=\"text\">\n<p class=\"text_margin\">\n                    Hypertension, often called the \u201csilent killer,\u201d is a condition that usually causes no noticeable\u3000symptoms. Many people first learn they have high blood pressure during a health checkup or a routine visit to the doctor. When the condition becomes severe, symptoms such as headaches, stiff shoulders, palpitations, dizziness, ringing in the ears, or fatigue may appear, but these can also be caused by other factors and are not unique to hypertension.\n                <\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"img\">\n                <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/dymmedicalclinic.id\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/HT_1.webp\" alt=\"About Hypertension\"\n                    class=\"\">\n            <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p class=\"text_margin\">Even without symptoms, continuously high blood pressure silently strains the blood vessels and organs, potentially leading to serious diseases.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"diagnosis\">\n<h2 class=\"ttl-green\">Diagnosis of Hypertension<\/h2>\n<div class=\"flex_box\">\n<div class=\"text\">\n<p class=\"text_margin\">\n                    Hypertension is diagnosed when blood pressure measured in a clinical setting remains at or above140\/90 mmHg (either value being high is sufficient). <\/p>\n<p>                    When measured at home, hypertension is diagnosed if the systolic (upper) pressure is 135 mmHg orhigher, or the diastolic (lower) pressure is 85 mmHg or higher, for more than two consecutive weeks.\n                <\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"img\">\n                <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/dymmedicalclinic.id\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/HT_2.webp\"\n                    alt=\"Diagnosis of Hypertension\" class=\"\">\n            <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p class=\"text_margin\">Because blood pressure fluctuates with physical condition, time of day, and stress, it is importantto measure it at nearly the same time each day (morning and evening) and evaluate it based on theaverage values.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"complications\">\n<h2 class=\"ttl-green\">Main Complications Caused by Hypertension<\/h2>\n<div class=\"flex_box\">\n<div class=\"text\">\n<p class=\"text_margin\">\n                    When high blood pressure persists, constant strong pressure damages and hardens the blood vessel walls, a process called arteriosclerosis. This affects organs throughout the body and leads to complications involving the brain, heart, kidneys, and eyes. <\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"img\">\n                <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/dymmedicalclinic.id\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/HT_3.webp\"\n                    alt=\"Main Complications Caused by Hypertension\" class=\"\">\n            <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"text\">\n<p class=\"text_margin\">In the brain, typical complications include \u201ccerebral infarction\u201d (stroke due to blocked vessels) and \u201ccerebral hemorrhage\u201d (bleeding from ruptured vessels), which can cause sudden paralysis, speech difficulty, and even be life-threatening.<\/p>\n<p style=\"height: 16px;\">\n<p class=\"text_margin\">In the heart, high blood pressure can lead to \u201cleft ventricular hypertrophy\u201d (thickening of the heart muscle), \u201cangina\u201d or \u201cmyocardial infarction\u201d (heart attack) due to reduced blood flow, and in advanced stages, \u201cheart failure.\u201d<\/p>\n<p style=\"height: 16px;\">\n<p class=\"text_margin\">Hypertension also damages the kidneys, causing \u201cchronic kidney disease (CKD),\u201d which may progress to the point of requiring dialysis if left untreated.<\/p>\n<p style=\"height: 16px;\">\n<p class=\"text_margin\">In the eyes, damage to blood vessels may result in \u201chypertensive retinopathy,\u201d leading to vision loss.<\/p>\n<p style=\"height: 16px;\">\n<p class=\"text_margin\">Thus, hypertension silently damages vital organs even without symptoms.<br \/>\n                Early treatment and lifestyle modification are essential to prevent these complications.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"online\" class=\"bg-green\">\n<h2 class=\"ttl-green\">Can Hypertension Be Managed Online?<\/h2>\n<div class=\"gp-white\">\n<div class=\"ttl-flex\">\n<div class=\"icon\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/dymmedicalclinic.id\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/face-to-facce.webp\"\n                        alt=\"Cases Requiring In-Person Consultation\"><\/div>\n<h3 style=\"margin-bottom: 0;\">Cases Requiring In-Person Consultation<\/h3>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"text\">\n                If you experience any of the following symptoms, please seek in-person medical attention promptly:<\/p>\n<p style=\"height: 16px;\">\n<p class=\"text\">\n                    \u30fbA sudden severe headache, or a headache clearly different from usual <br \/>\n                    \u30fbChest pressure, tightness, or shortness of breath <br \/>\n                    \u30fbClouded consciousness, dizziness, or confusion <br \/>\n                    \u30fbMarkedly high blood pressure (around 180\/110 mmHg or higher) \n                <\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<p style=\"height: 16px;\">\n<p>                These symptoms may indicate a hypertensive emergency or serious complications such as stroke or heart<br \/>\n                attack.<br \/>\n                For safety, please visit the nearest medical facility instead of using online consultation.\n            <\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"gp-white\">\n<div class=\"ttl-flex\">\n<div class=\"icon\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/dymmedicalclinic.id\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/online.webp\"\n                        alt=\"Cases Suitable for Online Consultation\"><\/div>\n<h3 style=\"margin-bottom: 0;\">Cases Suitable for Online Consultation<\/h3>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"text\">\n<p class=\"text\">\n                    \u30fbAlready diagnosed with hypertension and treatment is stable <br \/>\n                    \u30fbHome blood pressure readings are generally stable (around 140\/90 mmHg or lower) <br \/>\n                    \u30fbNo side effects or new symptoms from medication <br \/>\n                    \u30fbThe doctor has determined that continuing online follow-up is safe\n                <\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<p style=\"height: 16px;\">\n<p>                *Depending on the doctor\u2019s judgment, you may be advised to visit in person. <br \/>\n                Your safety is our highest priority, and we appreciate your understanding and cooperation.\n            <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"faq\">\n<h2 class=\"ttl-green\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n<details open>\n<summary>\n<div class=\"question\"><span>Q.<\/span>Once I start taking blood pressure medication, do I have to<br \/>\n                    continue for life?<\/div>\n<\/summary>\n<div class=\"answer\">\n                <span>A.<\/span>In most cases, stopping medication causes blood pressure to rise again. Hypertension is not a disease that can be completely \u201ccured\u201d but is closely linked to one\u2019s constitution and vascular condition. If lifestyle improvements lead to stable blood pressure, the dosage may be reduced or stopped under medical supervision, but stopping on your own is dangerous. It is important to manage blood pressure continuously in consultation with your doctor.\n            <\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details>\n<summary>\n<div class=\"question\"><span>Q.<\/span>Why doesn\u2019t my blood pressure go down even though I\u2019m taking<br \/>\n                    medicine?<\/div>\n<\/summary>\n<div class=\"answer\">\n                <span>A.<\/span>If blood pressure remains high despite medication, the type or dosage of medicine may not be appropriate. Excess salt intake, lack of sleep, stress, or alcohol consumption can also contribute.<br \/>\n                Don\u2019t rely on medication alone\u2014reduce salt, exercise regularly, and manage your weight. If there is no improvement, consult your doctor for reevaluation.\n            <\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details>\n<summary>\n<div class=\"question\"><span>Q.<\/span>Is it okay to ignore high blood pressure if I have no symptoms?\n                <\/div>\n<\/summary>\n<div class=\"answer\">\n                <span>A.<\/span>Even without symptoms, hypertension steadily damages blood vessels, leading to stroke or heart attack. When symptoms like headache or palpitations appear, blood vessel damage may already be advanced. Regular monitoring and early treatment are key to preventing complications.\n            <\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details>\n<summary>\n<div class=\"question\"><span>Q.<\/span>Blood pressure fluctuates throughout the day\u2014when should I measure<br \/>\n                    it?<\/div>\n<\/summary>\n<div class=\"answer\">\n                <span>A.<\/span>The ideal times are \u201cin the morning immediately after waking up (after urination, before breakfast, and before taking medication)\u201d and \u201cat night before going to bed.\u201d Do not judge based on a single reading; measure for about two weeks and use the average. Be sure to rest quietly before measuring.\n            <\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details>\n<summary>\n<div class=\"question\"><span>Q.<\/span>Are there ways to lower blood pressure without medication?<\/div>\n<\/summary>\n<div class=\"answer\">\n                <span>A.<\/span>Mild hypertension may improve with lifestyle changes alone. Key habits include reducing salt intake (less than 6 g per day), eating more vegetables and fruits, exercising moderately, getting sufficient sleep, and avoiding smoking and excessive drinking. However, if your readings are high or if you have other risk factors, medication may still be necessary. 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