Category Archives: Retinopathy

Usually, the early grades of hypertensive retinopathy go undetected. A patient may have no significant signs or symptoms to report nor any apparent reason to seek medical attention. However, as his diastolic blood pressure remains elevated in grades III and … Continue reading →

If your patient has hypertensive retinopathy, a physician may prescribe an antihypertensive drug to regulate his diastolic blood pressure-typically, a beta-blocker or diuretic. If other drugs or disorders contraindicate these antihypertensive drugs. the physician will prescribe another one, such as … Continue reading →

Hypertensive retinopathy results from chronic primary hypertension, malignant hypertension, or eclampsia. If untreated, it can lead to retinal detachment. Plus, retinal vessel damage suggests that the patient has suffered damage to other organs, as well. Pathophysiology With retinopathy, retinal changes … Continue reading →

Instruct your patient in lifestyle modifications to manage his hypertension. Help him develop a diet plan to reduce his sodium intake and reduce his weight. Also, help him develop an exercise program.If the physician has prescribed an antihypertensive drug, teach … Continue reading →