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Is high blood pressure hereditary?
Yes. it can be a major factor.
A factor affecting the effects of a drug?
High blood pressure
When a person's blood pressure is high or low is that considered diabetes?
No, blood pressure is not a determining factor for a diagnosis of Diabetes. Instead, high or low blood sugar (glucose) is a determining factor for Diabetes. However, it is true that Diabetes can lead to heart disease.
Lifestyle Considerations in High Blood Pressure?
High blood pressure is a major risk factor for heart attack. Since it's so closely related to diet and lifestyle, controlling high blood pressure means controlling diet and lifestyle as well. The major factors that make a person at risk for high blood pressure are lack of exercise, stress, smoking and a high salt, high sugar, high fat and low fiber diet. To control high blood pressure the person should exercise, stop smoking if they do so, increase the plant foods in their diet and decrease their intake of fat and sugar. A high blood pressure reducing diet might be cold water fish like salmon, leafy green vegetables like kale or spinach, and citrus fruits.
Pregnancy and High Blood Pressure?
If you are pregnant or recently gave birth to a new baby, have your blood pressure monitored regularly. The incidence of strokes in pregnant women and new moms is on the rise and high blood pressure is a major contributing factor. You have a new child to raise, so your health needs to be a priority. Purchase a blood pressure monitor at any drug store and stay on top of this. Your child needs you.
What are some problems with having too much sodium in your diet?
lead to high blood pressure (a major risk factor for stroke, heart disease and kidney disease)
Can high blood pressure cause migrains?
Yes, high blood pressure can contribute to migraines in some individuals. Elevated blood pressure may lead to changes in blood flow and vascular tension, which can trigger migraine attacks. Additionally, the stress and anxiety associated with managing high blood pressure may also exacerbate migraine frequency or intensity. However, migraines have multiple triggers, and high blood pressure is just one potential factor.
How is high blood pressure a risk factor for ischemia?
High blood pressure makes the heart work harder, and with time, weakens it. When combined with obesity , smoking, high cholesterol levels, or diabetes, the risk of heart attack or stroke increases.
What is the other name for hypertension?
The common name for hypertension is high blood pressure. To be diagnosed with high blood pressure, a person typically has three or more readings of 140/90 or higher.
Can high blood pressure cause visual hallucinations?
can high blood pressure cause visual hallucinations
What is the difference between high blood pressure and hypertension BTW high blood pressure?
High Blood Pressure and Hypertension are the same thing
Atrial natriuretic factor is secreted in response to?
High blood pressure. PS it is known as atrial natriuretic peptide.
