2539 patients with blood pressure were identified in Ardestan

Ardestan- The head of Comprehensive Health Service Center No. 2 in Ardestan emphasized the necessity of regular blood pressure control, referring to the registration of 2,539 patients with high blood pressure in this city.

According to Mehr reporter, Hassan Zabihi emphasized the necessity of prevention of non-communicable diseases and the importance of continuous health care and stated: Cardiovascular diseases, diabetes and high blood pressure are among the most important causes of death in the world, the country and Ardestan city, and lifestyle changes, improper nutrition, increased obesity and reduced physical activity contribute to the increase in the prevalence of these diseases.

He added: Today, with the industrialization of life and the change in eating habits and daily activities, the conditions for contracting non-communicable diseases have been created more than in the past, and to reduce the complications of these diseases, the issue of prevention, early diagnosis and continuous follow-up of treatment should be considered.

More than 40% of cancers are preventable

The head of Ardestan Comprehensive Health Service Center No. 2 pointed out the importance of breast cancer screening in women: more than 40% of cancers can be prevented, and in the field of breast cancer, early detection of a significant part of cases is possible; Therefore, informing women and encouraging them to perform necessary examinations and screenings is very important.

Zabihi stated: In the form of health programs, breast cancer screening and information about the importance of prevention and early diagnosis of this disease have been taken into consideration. Women should be sensitive to their health and if they see any suspicious symptoms, they should go to the relevant centers to check and receive medical services.

He stated: Late diagnosis of breast cancer can make the treatment process more difficult and make the patient face more complicated treatments. Therefore, timely referral and use of screening services play an important role in identifying the disease and pursuing treatment.

Registration of 1,740 diabetic patients in Ardestan

The head of Ardestan comprehensive health service center No. 2, referring to the statistics of patients with diabetes in this city, continued: According to the statistics provided, 1,740 patients with diabetes have been identified in Ardestan city, of which only 462 people came to file health records.

Zabihi added: This statistic shows that a significant part of the identified patients have not yet taken steps to file a case and receive the necessary care; While continuous care of diabetic patients can be effective in preventing serious complications of this disease.

He reminded: In addition to taking medications regularly and following medical recommendations, patients with diabetes should periodically check their heart, eye, and kidney health. Because diabetes can damage these organs and cause irreparable complications if not controlled.

Heart attack is one of the important causes of death of diabetic patients

Referring to the importance of following up the treatment of diabetic patients, the head of Ardestan Comprehensive Health Service Center No. 2 said: One of the existing problems is that some patients do not pay attention to periodic care and regular visits to the doctor. While diabetes is not limited to the increase of blood sugar and can affect the health of different parts of the body.

Zabihi stated that cardiovascular diseases are one of the most important factors in the death of diabetic patients, and added: People with diabetes should be aware of the risk of heart diseases and take the necessary specialized examinations seriously.

He pointed out: In some cases, patients and their families think that there is no need to go to the doctor and perform periodical examinations until there are no specific signs of the disease. While many complications of diabetes may develop without obvious warning signs.

Zabihi emphasized: Diabetic patients should follow the necessary care to check the health of the heart, eyes and kidneys with the opinion of the attending physician and should not postpone the periodical examinations until the symptoms of the disease appear.

high blood pressure; A silent disease that requires continuous care

Referring to the statistics of patients with high blood pressure in Ardestan, he said: According to the registered statistics, 2,539 patients with high blood pressure have been identified in the city, and 673 of them need to go to receive medical care.

The head of Ardestan Comprehensive Health Service Center No. 2 added: High blood pressure is one of the diseases that may exist in a person without specific symptoms, and for this reason, it is sometimes not detected until serious complications occur. This disease is known as one of the silent diseases, and regular measurement of blood pressure and follow-up of its treatment is very important.

Zabihi stated: high blood pressure and diabetes, if not controlled, can increase the risk of heart attack, stroke and other serious complications; Therefore, affected people should take the treatment and care recommendations seriously while visiting the doctor regularly.

The need for patients to refer to comprehensive health service centers

Emphasizing the role of comprehensive health service centers in the care of patients, he said: People suffering from diabetes or high blood pressure should go to the relevant centers to receive periodic care and file health records.

The head of Ardestan Comprehensive Health Service Center No. 2 continued: Some patients may go to private clinics or other medical centers to receive medical services, but it is also important to file a health record and benefit from the care services of Comprehensive Health Centers.

Zabihi pointed out: In these centers, health colleagues provide patients with more opportunities to provide necessary training on how to take medicine, follow a diet, modify lifestyle, and mental health issues, and these care services are provided free of charge.

He added: The purpose of these cares is not only to treat the disease after complications occur, but to try to prevent the progression of the disease and the development of serious complications through education, follow-up and timely identification of problems.

Emphasis on checking eye and kidney health in diabetic patients

Referring to the long-term complications of diabetes, the head of Ardestan Comprehensive Health Service Center No. 2 said: This disease can affect not only the heart, but also the eyes and kidneys, and if not controlled, it can cause serious damage to a person's health.

Zabihi continued: Eye damage caused by diabetes may lead to intraocular bleeding and, in advanced cases, to severe vision loss. Also, kidney damage is another important complication of this disease, which can eventually lead to kidney failure and the need for dialysis.

He emphasized: Diabetic patients should not only pay attention to blood sugar control, but should also regularly check the health status of their kidneys and eyes based on the doctor's advice.

In another part of his speech, Zabihi said about conducting blood sugar tests: Patients should perform the tests they need based on the doctor's diagnosis and prescription and refrain from insisting on unnecessary tests.

He added: Choosing the type of blood sugar test and the time to perform it should be done according to the patient's condition and diagnostic purpose, and it is better for patients to follow the specialist recommendations of the attending physician in this regard.

The head of Ardestan Comprehensive Health Service Center No. 2 continued his speech by referring to the position of nurses and the importance of the nursing profession and stated: Nurses should be aware of the importance and value of their work; Because taking care of patients is a human and valuable responsibility and plays an important role in the process of their treatment and recovery.

Zabihi stated: Patients need emotional support and attention from those around them more than ever during illness, and nurses play an important role in creating peace and hope in patients due to their continuous communication.