Mobidoctor Podcast10 Nov 2023

A study shows that blood pressure is higher and more challenging to manage in winter

Is blood pressure higher and harder to manage in winter?

Seasonal changes can affect blood pressure, with some studies showing higher average readings during colder months. In this episode, we explain why this happens and how hypertension is monitored in Europe.

In this episode, we cover:

• How cold temperatures cause blood vessel constriction

• Why winter may increase average systolic and diastolic readings

• The role of reduced physical activity and dietary changes

• Effects of respiratory infections and stress on blood pressure

• How home blood pressure monitoring should be performed

• European target ranges under current hypertension guidelines

• When medication adjustment may be considered

• Warning signs requiring urgent medical assessment

Doctors assess repeated readings, measurement technique, medication adherence, kidney function, cardiovascular risk factors, and seasonal patterns before adjusting treatment. Not all temporary fluctuations require medication changes. Severe headache, chest pain, neurological symptoms, or very high readings require immediate in-person evaluation.

This episode reflects how hypertension management is reviewed within structured medical assessment in European telemedicine at Mobi Doctor.

Read the full medical guide here:

https://www.mobidoctor.eu/blog/a-study-shows-that-blood-pressure-is-higher-and-more-challenging-to-manage-in-winter

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