Hypertension
Hypertension is a condition where the blood pressure is higher than it normally should be. While this pressure may change throughout your day based on specific activities, consistently measuring above average could potentially result in its diagnosis. In addition, the higher the blood pressure is, the more susceptible the person is to developing specific health problems, such as heart attack, heart disease, or stroke. Healthcare professionals diagnose elevated blood pressure by evaluating diastolic and systolic pressure levels and comparing the results with the levels generally found in specific guidelines.
Increased blood pressure typically doesn’t have any warning signs or symptoms. However, they usually manifest in other conditions like angina, heart failure, kidney disease, neurological problems, pulmonary edema, and strokes. The most effective way to manage or prevent blood pressure from going too high is through healthy lifestyle habits, such as getting enough exercise and rest, adopting a well-balanced diet, and managing stress. It’s also recommended to regularly measure blood pressure, which is simple, thanks to readily available devices that can measure BP.
