High blood pressure increases the risk of future disability, such as not being able to lift things, climb or go down stairs, or bathe, and other basic activities needed to live independently, so that the person needs help with daily life.
We always remember the risk of heart disease and kidney failure, but forget to add physical disability, which becomes more likely if blood pressure isn't well controlled.
Figures show that high blood pressure is becoming more common in women, and women are more likely than men to develop functional disability. Doctors should tell their patients about this risk if their blood pressure isn't well controlled.
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