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'Does blood pressure medication have to be taken forever?'

June 12, 2026 9:30 am

Instead of worrying about whether medication is temporary or permanent, the focus should be on achieving long-term blood pressure control

'Is 130/70 mmHg for a hypertensive person who is taking medication normal?'

May 26, 2026 9:31 am

A single blood pressure reading does not provide the full picture

Are you checking your blood pressure correctly at home?

Diabetologist lists 10 common mistakes secretly spiking your blood pressure readings at home

April 22, 2026 6:00 pm

Checking blood pressure at home is often prone to small errors that can skew readings by up to 20 mmHg. From dangling feet to full bladders, everyday habits can lead to misdiagnosis.

‘How can you check if you have a heart blockage. My blood pressure is always good, but aren't there blood tests that can give us clues?'

April 15, 2026 9:50 pm

Waiting for a major symptom can be risky. If you have risk factors or unexplained symptoms, don't ignore them

Diabetologist shares case of 35-year-old who collapsed suddenly, had high BP, chest pain, obesity: 'Don't take your life so lightly'

March 18, 2026 6:03 pm

Blood pressure, fasting blood sugar, HbA1c, cholesterol levels, and body weight should be monitored regularly to identify metabolic risks before they develop.

Does fasting directly lower blood pressure?

February 16, 2026 1:25 pm

An internal medicine expert breaks down who benefits, who shouldn’t try it, and what matters more.

'My blood pressure was 116-71. Can I still have a heart attack? I’ve been so nervous about it'

February 09, 2026 9:30 am

If you ever feel chest pain, shortness of breath, dizziness, or pain in your arm or jaw, seek medical help immediately

Cardiologist dismisses 'common belief' that taking blood pressure medicine every day harms the kidneys: 'The damage was actually caused by...'

January 21, 2026 5:51 pm

Decisions about stopping or changing treatment should always be based on medical advice, not myths or fear

'My blood pressure was 208/93 mmHg and I have had a headache since earlier this morning. Should I be concerned?'

January 14, 2026 11:13 pm

Even if the headache is the only symptom, such a high reading should not be handled at home

Cardiologist says blood pressure medicines ‘do not work’ unless the ‘root cause’ is addressed: ‘Chasing numbers with drugs ignores why…’

January 09, 2026 6:17 pm

An American cardiologist says blood pressure drugs lower numbers but miss the root cause. Expert explains what really drives hypertension—and when medicines are still necessary.