The following features are indicative of Hypertension:
headache
nausea
vomiting
confusion
vision changes
nosebleeds
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Common Causes of Hypertension
The following are the most common causes of Hypertension:
genetic factors
imbalance in kidney functions
vasoconstriction
structural changes in arteries
obesity
hormonal changes
Other Causes of Hypertension
The following are the less common causes of Hypertension:
stress
high salt intake
high alcohol intake
diabetes
smoke
Risk Factors for Hypertension
The following factors may increase the likelihood of Hypertension:
old age
overweight
men before age 55
women after age 55
African American
family history
Prevention of Hypertension
Yes, it may be possible to prevent Hypertension. Prevention may be possible by doing the following:
healthy lifestyle
reduce dietary sodium intake
aerobic physical activity
limit alcohol consumption
fruits and vegetables rich diet
Occurrence of Hypertension
Number of Cases
The following are the number of Hypertension cases seen each year worldwide:
Very common > 10 Million cases
Common Age Group
Hypertension can occur at any age.
Common Gender
Hypertension can occur in any gender.
Lab Tests and Procedures for Diagnosis of Hypertension
The following lab tests and procedures are used to detect Hypertension:
Sphygmomanometer: To check the systolic and diastolic blood pressure
Echocardiogram: To check heart functions
Urinalysis: To check kidney functions
Doctor for Diagnosis of Hypertension
Patients should visit the following specialists if they have symptoms of Hypertension:
Cardiologist
Complications of Hypertension if untreated
Yes, Hypertension causes complications if it is not treated. Below is the list of complications and problems that may arise if Hypertension is left untreated:
heart attack
aneurysm
heart failure
metabolic syndrome
vision loss
memory dysfunctions
Self-care for Hypertension
The following self-care actions or lifestyle changes may help in the treatment or management of Hypertension:
Healthy lifestyle: Eat healthy food rich in fruits and vegetables
Salt intake: Reduce salt intake
Weight: Maintain healthy weight
Physical activity: Do regular exercise
Alcohol intake: Limit alcohol consumption
Stress: Do meditation
Alternative Medicine for Treatment of Hypertension
The following alternate medicine and therapies are known to help in the treatment or management of Hypertension:
Acupuncture: To lower systolic and diastolic pressure
Patient Support for Treatment of Hypertension
The following actions may help Hypertension patients:
Family support: Helps in reminding about medication