Diastolic Blood Pressure Treatment in India

Amit Garcia, a 52-year-old restaurant owner,...

Amit Garcia, a 52-year-old restaurant owner, had always been the picture of health until his annual physical revealed persistently high blood pressure readings, specifically an elevated diastolic number hovering around 100 mmHg. Despite a healthy weight and regular walks, he felt constantly fatigued and had nagging morning headaches. His primary care doctor, concerned about the isolated diastolic hypertension, referred him to an endocrinologist to rule out hormonal causes like hyperaldosteronism or thyroid dysfunction. The endocrinologist recommended 24-hour ambulatory blood pressure monitoring to get a true picture of his diastolic pressure throughout his demanding workday. Amit wore the monitor, which took readings automatically, finding it slightly cumbersome but manageable. The data confirmed sustained high diastolic pressure, especially during work stress. This led to a diagnosis of stress-induced hypertension. With a combination of a low-dose medication, stress management techniques, and dietary changes, Amit's diastolic pressure normalized to the 80s within two months. Emotionally, he shifted from anxious denial ('This can't be happening to me') to empowered acceptance. Understanding the 'why' behind the numbers and having a clear treatment plan turned his fear into proactive control, and he now feels more energetic and less burdened.