High blood pressure can quietly damage the body for years before symptoms appear. When symptoms do appear, they can include serious conditions like heart failure, or even sudden cardiac death. Make sure you do not leave this to chance. Get your blood pressure checked regularly, and make sure that all treatment is complied with.
Healthy arteries are smooth and flexible, efficiently carrying blood to different parts of your body. When your blood pressure is high, it puts too much pressure on the arteries, tearing the lining. When fatty deposits cling to these tears, it narrows the artery, and impedes the flow of blood. These deposits also make the artery stiff. At some places, the artery can bulge under pressure, where they might break and bleed (called an aneurysm). Blood pressure is serious if left untreated. Check and treat your blood pressure consistently.
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Hypertension is a condition where the pressure in the blood vessels becomes too high. According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), around 1.28 billion adults, world-wide, have hypertension. Several studies point to a significant increase in the incidence of hypertension in children, which is all the more concerning.
Early detection and effective management of hypertension are crucial for preventing heart disease, stroke, and kidney damage. Dr. Arunachalam talks about keeping your salt intake down, your exercise levels up, and your blood pressure levels checked consistently. Measure your Blood Pressure Accurately, Control It, Live Longer. #WorldHypertensionDay #BeatThePressure
It is recommended that screening for hypertension commence at 18. Our modern lifestyles, and Indian predisposition to hypertension means that seemingly fit, young people are also carrying the burden of hypertension. Don't wait for symptoms to appear. Hypertension is called the 'silent killer' for that very reason - there might be no symptoms. #BeatThePressure
Are you at risk of hypertension? Address your risk factors - this will be your first step of intervention, even if you have been recommended medication. The next step will be to comply with all medical advice. Hypertension is the leading cause of cardiovascular conditions. Don't become a statistic. #BeatThePressure
Checking your blood pressure is simple enough to do regularly. Just bear these points in mind to make sure your readings are accurate. Evidence shows that checking your readings periodically at home in addition to checks at a clinic help keep your blood pressure levels better. #BeatThePressure
