Blood pressure is the force that a person's blood exerts against the walls of their blood vessels. High blood pressure is a common condition in which the long-term force of the blood against your artery walls is high enough that it may eventually cause health problems, such as heart disease.
Hypertension is a primary risk factor for cardiovascular disease, including stroke, heart failure, heart attack and aneurysm. Keeping blood pressure under control is vital for preserving health and reducing the risk of these dangerous conditions.
A few people with high blood pressure may have headaches, shortness of breath or nosebleeds, but these signs and symptoms aren't specific and usually don't occur until high blood pressure has reached a severe or life-threatening stage.
Management of hypertension
1. Regular physical exercise: People should exercise on at least 5 days of the week. Examples of suitable activities are walking, jogging, cycling, or swimming.
2. Avoiding or learning to manage stress can help a person control blood pressure. Meditation, warm baths, yoga, and simply going on long walks are relaxation techniques that can help relieve stress.
3. People can prevent high blood pressure by following a heart-healthy diet that includes Reducing salt intake, Moderating alcohol consumption, Eating more fruit and vegetables and less fat.
You'll likely have your blood pressure taken as part of a routine doctor's appointment.
Ask your doctor for a blood pressure reading at least every two years starting at age 18. If you're age 40 or older, or you're 18 to 39 with a high risk of high blood pressure, ask your doctor for a blood pressure reading every year.
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