Preventing stroke due to high blood pressure during the hot summer season

The extreme heat of summer can lead to various dangerous cardiovascular conditions, leading to stroke and even death if not monitored and cared for properly.

According to Dr. Ngô Chí Hiếu Lead Cardiologist at Hanoi French Hospital (HFH): "High blood pressure means there is increased  pressure of blood flow on the vessel walls, causing them to gradually expand and become damaged.”

“Such damage mainly occurs in the fine blood vessels of the brain, and if a sudden surge in blood pressure occurs (as seen in malignant hypertension), it can cause the blood vessels to rupture, leading to cerebral hemorrhage or stroke."

How do high temperatures in summer affect blood pressure?

• Increased sweating leads to intensified metabolic processes in the body, resulting in significant fluid loss, decreased blood volume, higher blood viscosity, and increased risk of blood-related diseases, all leading to greater vascular and cardiac risks.
• High summer heat can lead to accelerated heart rate and thus toincreasing blood pressure.
• Sudden temperature difference between outdoors and air-conditioned rooms can cause blood vessels that are dilated to suddenly constrict, resulting in increased blood pressure.

What can patients do to control blood pressure in the summer?

• Stick to a healthy diet (per Nutritionist advice): Poor diet can worsen in the summer, so paying attention to dietary habits is crucial as it also plays a role in blood pressure control.
• Make sure you drink enough liquids
• Take regular, moderate exercise
• Monitor your blood pressure regularly
• Take hypertension medication as prescribed
• Have a regular check-up with your cardiologist

The HFH Prevention Center of Cardiovascular Diseases offers thorough stroke screening and cardiovascular disease prevention packages by Western-trained doctors with state-of-the-art equipment including electrocardiography machines, 1.5 Tesla MRI, and advanced echocardiography machines for effective screening.

With Western standard healthcare services, patients receive interdisciplinary consultations with specialists in Cardiology, Neurology, Endocrinology, and Nutrition to achieve the most optimal treatment outcomes.

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