At Coastal Carolina Internal Medicine P.A., we are making it easier and easier to keep track of your blood pressure to reduce your risk of hypertension—high blood pressure.
This condition is known among the medical community as a “silent killer” because it doesn’t usually have symptoms. When it does, they are easy to explain away as related to something else. These include headaches, nausea, and blurred vision—to name a few.
But with at-home and in-office blood pressure monitoring in Jacksonville, NC, you can keep track of your health.
What Is High Blood Pressure?
High blood pressure is when the force of your blood pushes against your artery wall with too high a force. Not only does it damage your arteries, but it also makes your heart work harder to pump blood through your body, leading to an increased risk of heart attack or stroke.
In-Office Blood Pressure Monitoring
We always check your blood pressure at our medical center during your annual physical exam. If we notice elevated levels (usually 130/80 or higher), we set you up with ongoing care to lower those numbers.
At-Home Blood Pressure Monitoring
We send you home with a mobile blood pressure unit that remotely transmits your readings to a secure portal. Using a chip, we can track your vital signs in your home environment throughout the day and while you engage in different activities. Based on your in-office readings, we set parameters to track if your levels are consistently elevated.
Treatment
To reduce your risk of hypertension, we can prescribe mediations and suggest dietary and exercise changes. All of this will be tailored to your unique needs and your lifestyle. Smoking, alcohol, and stress can all contribute to hypertension, so those will be the first things we ask you to manage or cut out. We will place a strong emphasis on getting quality sleep, staying active, and maintaining a healthy weight.
Monitor Your Transformation
Blood pressure monitoring in Jacksonville, NC, may be the first step to a healthier you and an improved quality of life. It’s never been easier or more convenient to track your blood pressure levels, so there’s no reason not to try it out! It all starts with a consultation where we discuss your concerns.
You can also streamline the process with our treatment planning tool.
