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Hypertension : Understanding the causes, symptoms, and management
Hypertension
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hypertension?
Hypertension, often known as high blood pressure, is characterized by an ongoing increase in blood pressure that presses on the arterial walls. To express it, systolic and diastolic values are used.
What are the causes of Hypertension?
About 90–95% of instances of hypertension are of the primary variety, sometimes referred to as essential hypertension.
- Genetics
- Age
- Overweight and obesity
- Lack of exercise
- Poor diet
- Sleep apnea
- Kidney disease
- Imbalance of hormones
What are the symptoms of Hypertension?
- Headaches
- Weakness and fatigue
- Vision changes
- Chest pain
- Breathing difficulty
What are the associated complications of Hypertension?
- Heart disease
- Stroke
- Kidney disease
- Coronary artery disease
- Sexual dysfunction
