First Steps After a High Blood Pressure Diagnosis at a Health Check-up | Haru Internal Medicine and Dermatology Clinic, Jujo Station

Hypertension Treatment & Regular Check-ups in Jujo | Jujo Station Haru Internal Medicine Clinic Meta description: If you've been diagnosed with high blood pressure during a health check-up, visit Haru Internal Medicine, just 1 minute from Jujo Station. Blood tests and EKGs are done on the same day. Open daily from 9 AM, including weekends and holidays. We provide prescriptions for antihypertensive drugs and lifestyle guidance.

Do you think, "I was told my blood pressure is high during a check-up, but I don't have any symptoms, so it's probably fine"? High blood pressure can quietly progress without symptoms, and if left untreated, it can lead to serious illnesses such as myocardial infarction, stroke, and kidney failure. If you're told "further examination required," it's crucial to see an internist early.

👉 Same-day walk-in appointments are also available. Please feel free to consult us first.

Diagnostic Criteria for Hypertension

You are diagnosed with high blood pressure if your blood pressure measured in the examination room is 140 mmHg or higher systolic, or 90 mmHg or higher diastolic.

In the "elevated blood pressure" and "high-normal blood pressure" stages, treatment often begins with lifestyle changes without medication, but in some cases, early treatment may be necessary depending on risk factors.

What Happens If High Blood Pressure Is Left Untreated?

High blood pressure is also known as the "silent killer." Without almost any symptoms, damage continues to accumulate in the blood vessels, heart, kidneys, and brain, suddenly manifesting as myocardial infarction, stroke, or kidney failure. Most of these complications are difficult to recover from once they occur, so management before symptoms appear is crucial.

Flow of Hypertension Treatment at Our Clinic

For first-time patients, the examination process is as follows:

1. Medical interview (history of current blood pressure, family history, lifestyle, medication status)

2. Blood pressure, pulse, and weight measurement

3. Blood tests (kidney function, electrolytes, blood sugar, lipids, etc.), urine test, EKG

4. Doctor's examination, risk assessment, explanation of treatment plan

5. Prescription of antihypertensive drugs and lifestyle guidance as needed

Blood tests and EKGs can be performed and results provided on the same day.

How Much Can Lifestyle Changes Lower Blood Pressure?

In mild cases of high blood pressure, blood pressure can return to a normal range through lifestyle changes alone. The main measures and expected blood pressure-lowering effects are as follows:

By combining these, some individuals may reach their target blood pressure without medication. However, for those with strong genetic predispositions, already high numbers, or co-existing diabetes or kidney disease, early combination of lifestyle changes and drug therapy is crucial for preventing complications.

About Antihypertensive Drugs

Current hypertension treatment offers many drugs with few side effects and ease of use. Many patients worry that once they start taking medication, they can never stop, but if blood pressure stabilizes through lifestyle improvements, reduction or discontinuation of medication may be possible under a doctor's judgment.
The main types and characteristics of antihypertensive drugs are as follows:

Which medication is suitable is determined based on age, comorbidities, kidney function, and blood test results.

Please consult us if you relate to any of the following:

• You were told "further examination required" or "treatment required" during a health check-up.

• Your home blood pressure monitor often shows readings of 140 or higher.

• You have family members with high blood pressure, stroke, or myocardial infarction.

• You like salty foods or drink a lot of alcohol.

• You are prescribed medication at another clinic, but the consultation hours don't suit you.

• You've moved and want to change your clinic.