How can a cardiologist help with high blood pressure?
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Interventional 
Cardiologist
Apollo Hospitals, 
Indore
Dr. Sarita Rao is a Sr. Interventional Cardiologist at 
Apollo  Hospitals, Indore. She is the first female 
Interventional  Cardiologist in Central India. She is 
Fellow of American  College of Cardiology(FACC) 
and Fellow of European  Society of 
Cardiology(FESC)
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  How can a cardiologist help with high blood pressure?
Heartbeat-induced strain on artery walls is known as blood pressure. Arteries are the 
conduits through which blood travels from the heart to the rest of the body. High blood 
pressure (blood flow) can cause damage to the arterial walls, which can lead to heart 
problems when the heartbeats. For example, systolic blood pressure measures the amount 
of force put on artery walls during heart contraction, while diastolic measures how much 
force is exerted when heart relaxation occurs.
Patients over 60 should aim for a blood pressure less than 150/90, while those under 60 
should aim for a reading of 140/90.
Fast methods for lowering high blood pressure:
• Maintaining a healthy weight
• Reduce sodium intake by eating a well-balanced diet
• Avoid alcoholic beverages
• Increase your potassium intake.
• Manage your stress and stay hydrated
• Keep an eye on your blood pressure.
What role does a cardiologist 
play in the treatment of 
hypertension?
A cardiologist is a doctor that 
specialises in the diagnosis 
and treatment of heart and 
vascular conditions, including 
chest discomfort, high blood 
pressure, and heart failure. 
They can request various 
tests like electrocardiograms, 
echocardiograms, and CT 
scans to figure out what's 
wrong. Depending on the test 
results, your doctor may 
prescribe medication, suggest 
dietary and activity 
modifications, or even do a 
heart catheterization.
Several variables frequently accompany or contribute to hypertension; They consist of:
• Heart disease runs in my family.
• Increased cholesterol
• Smoking \Diabetes
• Diabetic nephropathy
• The arterial disease of the lower extremities
• Preeclampsia's history (women)
• Youngsters with a congenital cardiac defect
A daily journal of your blood pressure measurements is recommended before seeing a 
cardiologist, so you can learn how to do it yourself. A doctor will be able to utilise this 
information to assess better the risk of hypertension and the severity of your condition, and 
the best course of therapy.
Blood pressure should be brought down to a level that reduces the risk of heart, brain, and 
renal disorders. Changing one's lifestyle is the first step in treatment. The use of prescription 
medications isn't always necessary. Walking fast for 40 minutes a day, three or four times a 
week, decreasing weight, and eating a diet rich in whole grains (fiber), fruits and vegetables, 
low in salt and saturated fat are all healthy lifestyle improvements. Smoking cessation and a 
reduction in alcohol use can help lower blood pressure.
If prescription pharmaceuticals 
are required, generic versions of 
these medications are generally 
efficacious, well-tolerated, and 
cost-efficient. The most often 
prescribed blood pressure 
medications fall into several 
categories, and they are typically 
used in combination. You should 
talk to your doctor about which 
medications are right for you. 
Maintaining healthy habits, such 
as taking your medicine and 
checking your blood pressure 
regularly, is essential after 
reducing your blood pressure 
through lifestyle and medication.
High blood pressure should not be ignored and should be treated. You can develop a strong 
strategy to lower your blood pressure, maintain your health, and avoid heart attacks, heart 
failure, and strokes by working with your doctor.
Dr Sarita Rao is a highly experienced Cardiologist in MP and provides heart treatment in 
Indore at Apollo Hospitals. If you are suffring from heart disease, then book an appointment 
with the Best heart specialist in Indore. 
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