Even though the new guidelines suggest lifestyle modifications as the primary course of action in the treatment of hypertension (HTN), it may not be enough for most patients (ex: geriatric and gestational hypertension). In such cases, it is very essential to have a clear outline of the treatment strategies that can be opted in order to make it easier for the doctors and other healthcare professionals to make an informed decision, especially in times of emergencies like hypertensive crisis.
Introduction: Hypertension as we know, is a chronic condition where the blood pressure of the body is persistently elevated and if not controlled and managed in a thoughtful manner, can lead to various other conditions like heart disease, kidney dysfunctions and so on. Many people especially the younger generation who suffer from hypertension may not even know they are suffering from hypertension, as…
