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Symptoms of high BP: 1 out of every 3 people in India suffers from high BP (high blood pressure). High BP causes many problems, such as heart disease, stroke and kidney failure. So in this article we will tell you the causes, symptoms and prevention measures of high BP.
What is high BP?
Narrowed blood vessels (arteries) create more resistance to blood flow. The narrower the veins, the greater the resistance and the higher the BP. There are no symptoms of high BP, so it is also called a silent killer.
Causes of high BP
High BP occurs when the blood pressure in the body's veins increases.
- obesity
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Kidney disease
- Sleep problems
- underactive or overactive thyroid
- Apart from this, having congenital conditions like Cushing's syndrome, acromegaly or pheochromocytoma is also a risk factor. Eating low-fat foods, maintaining a moderate weight, reducing alcohol consumption and quitting tobacco smoking helps reduce the risk of high BP.
Symptoms of high BP
- Headache
- Difficulty breathing
- Dizziness
- Tiredness
- Blurred vision
- Dizziness
- Apart from this, if someone in the family has this problem then you are also at risk of this disease.
Measures to prevent high BP
- quit smoking
- Stay away from stress
- get at least 150 minutes of physical activity each week
- Have 7 to 9 hours of sleep every day
- Reduce your salt intake
- Maintain a healthy weight
What problems does high BP cause?
High BP can harm health in many ways. It can seriously damage vital organs like the heart, brain, kidneys and eyes of a person. Apart from making positive lifestyle changes, people with high BP need to take medicines to control their BP. But consult a doctor first.
