Do young people need to deal with blood pressure of 160/100

Young people with blood pressure of 160/100 need to be treated in a timely manner. Long term exposure to hypertension may increase the risk of cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases. It is recommended to control blood pressure through lifestyle adjustments or medical interventions.

A blood pressure of 160/100 belongs to the category of secondary hypertension, which is beyond the normal range for young people. This situation may be caused by genetic factors, long-term high salt diet, lack of exercise, or excessive mental stress. Early intervention can avoid damage to target organs, such as cardiac hypertrophy and renal dysfunction. Daily sodium intake should be reduced, with a daily salt intake controlled within 5 grams, and potassium rich vegetables and fruits such as bananas and spinach should be increased. Engaging in 150 minutes of moderate intensity aerobic exercise per week, such as brisk walking and swimming, can help reduce systolic blood pressure by 5-8 mmHg. The body mass index should be maintained between 18.5-23.9, and the waist circumference should not exceed 90 centimeters for males and 85 centimeters for females. If blood pressure still does not meet the standard after 3 months of lifestyle adjustment, medication intervention should be considered. Common antihypertensive drugs include calcium channel blockers such as amlodipine besylate tablets and angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors such as enalapril maleate tablets. However, the choice of medication should be determined by the doctor based on individual circumstances and cannot be self administered. At the same time, blood pressure should be monitored in the morning and before bedtime, and the fluctuation pattern should be recorded. Avoid risk factors such as staying up late and excessive alcohol consumption. Men should consume no more than 25 grams of alcohol per day, and women should consume no more than 15 grams.

Regularly conduct target organ evaluations such as fundus examination and urinary microalbumin testing. When combined with diabetes or hyperlipidemia, the blood pressure should be more strictly controlled below 130/80 mm Hg. Sudden and severe headaches, blurred vision and other symptoms should be treated immediately, and attention should be paid to hypertension emergencies. Establish a long-term follow-up mechanism, recheck blood pressure and complications every 1-3 months, and adjust treatment plans in a timely manner.