Slowly my blood pressure is rising trend since last 2 years. Now it is 148/100 and I did heart check doctor said health is in good condition. He prescribe a medicine for a month to reduce BP. Do I need to take life long if I took those for a month? My cholestrol is 200 LDL 160 HDL 37 Please guide me. Do I need to worry at this stage?
Hello welcome to Chat Doctor. You have got high blood pressure and hence your doctor has started you on medications for the same. BP medications are usually to be taken for a long term duration. The dose may be lowered or increased according to the BP. If your BP control is good, then the dose can be decreased. But most patients need it for a long term duration. Since you are newly diagnosed, you can start with diet, lifestyle modifications and daily exercise along with the medication. If your BP is well controlled a trial off medications can be given. Your LDL cholesterol also is higher, and you should also be started on cholesterol lowering medications like statins. Wishing you good health. Regards.