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June 8, 2020 | Health | By Jason Reid
As everyone tries to stay healthy during the pandemic and learning more about the virus, The older adults with existing medical conditions such as high blood pressure may face an increased risk of complications if gets infected.
Seniors with coronary heart diseases or high blood pressure may be more susceptible to the corona virus and are more likely to develop more severe symptoms or even be hospitalized if infected.
Being more susceptible to contract the virus doesn’t mean you are destined to get it or develop a serious case of you get it. It’s just better to prevent it instead of treating it.
To reduce your chances of contracting the virus, follow the recommendations by the CDC, WHO, and your local, state, and federal government in your respective countries.
Seniors living with high blood pressure and other coronary heart diseases shouldn’t be paranoid. Your blood pressure must be ideally strictly controlled during the pandemic. Here are a few ways you can control blood pressure
If you develop the COVID-19 symptoms, do not panic. Call the health facilities closest to you and get tested or hospitalized. Your doctor should be able to advise you on what to do and where to go.
There have been reports that certain heart disease or blood pressure medication makes it easier for the virus to multiply. But so far, there hasn’t been any evidence to prove that it happens in humans. Doctors aren’t recommending that patients make any changes to their blood pressure medication. Do not stop taking your medication without speaking to your doctor.
As we all are trying to stay safe during the pandemic, it is important to be in good health conditions as you need it for the long haul. Stay indoors and stay safe.