High blood pressure happens when the force on the walls of blood vessels (caused by the blood within them) is more than normal. This means the heart has to work harder and the blood vessels are under more strain, making it a major risk factor for heart disease, stroke and other serious conditions. Healthcare professionals sometimes call high blood pressure 'hypertension'.
Signs and symptoms:
Most of the time, high blood pressure has no symptoms. It is known as the silent killer.
Symptoms people may think are due to high blood pressure include:
● difficulty sleeping
● nosebleeds
● sweating
● facial flushing
● nervousness
● blood spots in the eyes
● dizziness
When to see a doctor?
Although high blood pressure does not usually cause symptoms, anyone experiencing a sudden, severe headache or nosebleed should check their blood pressure.
If their blood pressure is above 180/120 mm Hg, they should stay rested for 5 minutes and recheck their blood pressure. If the blood pressure is still higher than 180/120 mm Hg, they need to seek medical help at their doctor’s office.
If a person is experiencing severe symptoms, such as chest pain, shortness of breath, or visual difficulty, they need to call 911 for emergency medical treatment as they may be experiencing a hypertensive crisis.
Medications to reduce blood pressure can cause side effects such as dizziness. If this side effect does not go away or affects a person’s daily activities, they should speak with their family doctor.
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