The latest research shows that hypertension is a high risk factor of cognitive impairment, which can cause brain atrophy and accelerate the loss of cognitive abilities such as memory in the elderly.
According to experts, hypertension accounts for a high proportion of patients with Alzheimer's disease. The damage of hypertension to cognitive function is mainly manifested in digital calculation, writing ability, general judgment and attention ability. Usually, these aspects are closely related to work, but because most elderly people have left their jobs and are not easy to be detected, Alzheimer's disease caused by hypertension is hidden. Many patients with Alzheimer's disease eventually died of complications. Hypertension can lead to cerebrovascular diseases and thrombosis, which are potentially fatal complications. Therefore, it is suggested that the elderly with early cognitive impairment should check their blood pressure regularly.
Treatment misunderstanding
Take medicine for high blood pressure! However, some people mistakenly believe that taking antihypertensive drugs often will have adverse effects on the kidneys. In fact, if hypertension is not used, it is harmful to the kidneys. Experts pointed out that some patients think that the blood pressure of the elderly should be higher, as long as it is slightly lower, and there is no need to take medicine. Random adjustment of medication will lead to blood pressure out of control and form a vicious circle. Hypertension is a chronic disease, so it is necessary to take medication for life and adjust the medication reasonably according to blood pressure.
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