What are the symptoms of high BP and its risk factors? Know when to consult a doctor

Normal BP should be 130/80 millimeters, and if it exceeds that, then it is placed in the high blood pressure reading category.

High blood pressure is a common condition that affects the arteries of the body, which is also known as hypertension. In high blood pressure, the blood pressure on the walls of the arteries starts increasing, and in such a situation, the heart has to work harder to pump blood. Normal BP should be 130/80 millimeters, and if it exceeds this, then it is placed in the high blood pressure reading category. There are four types of blood pressure. These include normal, high, stage 1 high blood pressure, and stage 2 high blood pressure. Let's know what the special symptoms of high blood pressure are.

What are the symptoms of high blood pressure?

People suffering from high blood pressure do not easily notice its symptoms. No matter how high the blood pressure is. According to the doctor, the problem of high blood pressure can occur for years without any symptoms. Talking about the symptoms of high BP, they include headache, difficulty in breathing, and bleeding from the nose. These symptoms of high BP appear when this pressure reaches a serious and life-threatening condition. Its other symptoms include dizziness, chest pain, and blurred vision.

What are the risk factors for high blood pressure?

Risk factors for high blood pressure include increasing age, obesity or overweight, lack of exercise, tobacco use, high salt intake, falling potassium levels, excessive alcohol consumption, stress and pregnancy. Sometimes blood pressure becomes high even during routine health checkups, which is called white coat hypertension.

When to visit the doctor?

When blood pressure should be checked depends on the age and health condition of the person. However, after the age of 18, BP should be checked twice a year. People above 40 years of age have a higher risk of high blood pressure. They are advised to get their BP checked every year.

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