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High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, can increase the risk of heart disease and stroke. Fact, high blood pressure is the main cause of both diseases above.

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What is High Blood Pressure ?

Blood pressure refers to the strength of blood pressure that pushes the walls of the arteries. Imagine the air that fills the inner tube or the water that fills the hose. Strong air pressure can damage the tire as well as strong water pressure can damage the hose. Similarly, with high blood pressure, can damage healthy blood vessels and lead to dangerous conditions such as heart disease and stroke.

^{Illustration of high blood pressure condition.}

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How is Blood Pressure Measured?

Blood pressure is measured based on the amount of blood pumped by the heart and resistance to blood flow in the arteries (blood vessels). The more blood pumped by the heart and the narrower the blood vessels, the higher the blood pressure.

The readings on blood pressure show two categories of numbers (eg 120/80 mmHg). The first part of the number is the reading on systolic pressure, or pressure on the artery when the heart is beating (pumping blood). The second part represents the reading on diastolic pressure, or pressure on the artery when the heart is relaxed / resting between two beats.

Symptoms of High Blood Pressure

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A person can have high blood pressure or hypertension for years without showing any symptoms at all. However, although there are no significant symptoms, damage to the blood vessels and heart may be ongoing. That is why high blood is often referred to as the term silent killer.

Uncontrolled high blood can cause many serious health conditions.

Fortunately, high blood pressure can be detected easily through simple checks by doctors / medical personnel. Once you know that your blood pressure is high, consult your doctor immediately to control it.

Most people with high pressure have no signs and symptoms. Some people with high blood pressure may experience headaches, difficulty breathing, or nosebleeds, but these signs and symptoms are not specific and usually do not occur unless the blood pressure has reached a very severe stage.

The Cause of High Blood Pressure

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There are two high blood pressure types:

1. Primary Hypertension (Essential)

Primary hypertension generally develops slowly over many years. However, it is not known what causes this condition. This type of hypertension is the most common, covering 90-95% of all cases of high blood pressure.

Although still mysterious, based on statistics of primary hypertension can be linked to certain risk factors, such as family health history (having a family with hypertension), age, diet and lifestyle, to excessive weight.

2. Secondary Hypertension

When the cause of high blood pressure can be known, the condition is called secondary hypertension. This type of high blood pressure usually occurs suddenly and causes blood pressure even higher than primary hypertendasia.

Various conditions and treatments can cause secondary hypertension, among others :

• problems or kidney disorders
• thyroid problems
• pregnancy
• several medicines, such as birth control pills, cold and flu medications, painkillers, and several other drugs.

Usually doctors can immediately realize secondary hypertension through consultation and examination.

Risk factors for high blood pressure

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As mentioned above, there are several risk factors associated with this condition.
High blood pressure tends to be in people who :

• has a family history of hypertension, heart disease, and diabetes
• aged over 50 years
• have excessive weight or obesity
• not physically active, rarely exercise
• consume alcohol excessively
• smoke
• eat foods with excess salt content

In addition to genetic factors (family health history), an unhealthy lifestyle is another major factor that can lead to high blood pressure. Therefore, diligently exercising and stopping other unhealthy habits can help you avoid high blood pressure.

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Thus explanation about High Blood Pressure or Hypertension - Causes and Symptoms
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