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Beware of high blood pressure


 

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High blood pressure may not have any symptoms except in the most extreme cases, but the effect it can have on the human body is real and severe.

The only symptom of high blood pressure is a very serious condition known as hypertensive crisis, which occurs only when blood pressure rises over 180/110 mm Hg. This condition requires immediate medical attention. High blood pressure can cause a series of other serious health issues, such as damage to the heart and arteries, stroke, kidney damage, vision loss, erectile dysfunction, memory loss, angina, and peripheral artery disease.

High blood pressure in combination with other risk factors such as age, heredity, gender, obesity, smoking, high cholesterol, diabetes, and physical inactivity can further increase risk of major health issues. Diet and exercise changes, however, can help lessen that risk.

Learn more at the American Heart Association website.

lfranki@frontlinemedcom.com

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