What to do for Hypertension (HTN or HT) or High blood pressure (HBP)

What is hypertension or High blood pressure?

If blood pressure increases for a longer period (12 months) than normal blood pressure, then it is called hypertension (HTN or HT) highblood pressure (HBP).

Symptoms of High Blood Pressure (HBP)

Usually, most people do not have any signs or symptoms of hypertension. Some people who have high blood pressure may found symptoms including –

Severe headache

Fatigue or confusion

Vision problems

Chest pain

Difficulty breathing

Irregular heartbeat

Blood in the urine

Pounding in your chest, neck, or ears

Generally, these symptoms occur in severe cases of hypertension.

When to call a doctor for HBP?

When you feel the above symptoms

When you are over 30 and you are worried about high blood pressure

Once the doctor determines that you have high blood pressure

If your family has a history of high blood pressure

How to prevent high blood pressure

Healthy foods such as fruits, vegetables, cereals and low-fat foods should be eaten

The amount of salt in the food will be reduced

Body weight should be kept right

Physical activities or work will be increase

You must refrain from smoking

Do not worry and do not put extra pressure

Blood pressure should be measured Regularly

Take the necessary rest

What should be remembered

1. Regular medicine should be taken according to the doctor's advice
2. Healthy habits should be developed. For example - eating healthier foods as well as keep reducing excess weight, regular physical exertion, drinking alcohol and smoking
3. Avoid anxiety

(Information Source: Internet)

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