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Need Diagnostic Explanation Based On Symptoms
A 5'6", 210 lb., 64-year-old male business executive had a physical exam prior to his retirement from corporate work. His blood pressure was >180/115 on three separate days. Further examination showed normal to low plasma renin activity, elevated total peripheral resistance (TPR), cardiac output (CO) of 7.2 L/min, x-ray evidence of left ventricular hypertrophy, retinal hemorrhages, and mild polyuria. Recommended therapy was weight reduction to his ideal level, a low-salt diet (
1. What is the diagnosis for this individual?
1. What is the diagnosis for this individual?
Fri, 5 Sep 2014
Hi,
Thanks for asking.
Based on your clinical history and query, my opinion is as follows:
1. Its severe hypertension. Stage 2
2. He will first require, immediate control of blood pressure. Need to bring it down to 3. Regular checkup with anti-hypertensive medication is necessary. Along with that he has to follow the above recommended therapy.
Hope it helps.
Any further queries, happy to help again.
Thanks for asking.
Based on your clinical history and query, my opinion is as follows:
1. Its severe hypertension. Stage 2
2. He will first require, immediate control of blood pressure. Need to bring it down to 3. Regular checkup with anti-hypertensive medication is necessary. Along with that he has to follow the above recommended therapy.
Hope it helps.
Any further queries, happy to help again.
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