A common disease caused by high blood pressure inside blood vessels (140/90 mmHg) means that blood pressure is above normal. When blood pressure is high for a long time, it harms blood vessels as harmful cholesterol accumulates on the walls of the arteries, reducing the efficiency of blood circulation.
Reasons
Kidney Disease
Hormone problems
Diabetes mellitus
Thyroid problems
Birth defect in blood vessels since birth
Some types of drugs such as contraceptive pills, NSAIDs, or nasal decongestants
Blood pressure is measured by two numbers: systolic and diastolic. Normal blood pressure is less than 120/80 mmHg. Blood pressure exceeding 120/180 mmHg is described as an emergency seizure or crisis, in which case emergency medical care should be sought.
Risk factors
Family Medical History
Race: High blood pressure is particularly common among black people compared to their white peers
Overconsumption of salt
Smoking and Alcohol intake
Pregnancy can sometimes cause high blood pressure
Weight Gain
High stress levels may lead to high blood pressure
Older persons over 65
Other diseases such as diabetes mellitus or kidney disease
Symptoms
Buzzing in the ears
Nasal bleeding
Arrhythmia
Headache
Change of vision
Chest Pain
Difficulty breathing
Nausea
Vomiting
Complications
If high blood pressure is left untreated, the disease may cause other health conditions such as kidney damage, heart attacks, strokes, eye problems, memory disorders, or assimilation
Treatment
High blood pressure requires medication treatment and a healthy lifestyle to control the disease. Lifestyle changes can help lower the high blood pressure level. These changes include:
Healthy Low Salt Diet
Reduce your weight if you are overweight or obese
Quit smoking
Stress and anxiety control
Practice more physical activity
Reduce your caffeine intake.
Take antihypertensive drugs regularly according to the doctor's instructions
To ensure the effectiveness of the treatment plan, any associated diseases such as diabetes and high cholesterol must be treated.
