High blood pressure is a common condition that affects more than 75 million U.S. adults, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). At Diligent Medical Care, PC, located in Union City, New Jersey, Mohammad Chaudhry, MD, and Sharon Mirante, APN, can diagnose and treat your high blood pressure to ensure you avoid complications and stay healthy. To schedule an appointment, call the office or book one online today.
High blood pressure, or hypertension, happens when the force of blood against your artery walls is consistently too high. While this common condition may not seem too worrisome in its early stages, without treatment, it can lead to serious complications, including heart disease or stroke.
For those with narrow artery walls, high blood pressure is especially worrisome. Not only can excessive force weaken your artery walls, but it also raises your risk of serious conditions, like kidney disease and eye problems.
There are a number of factors that put you at risk of high blood pressure, including:
If you have a close relative with high blood pressure, you’re at a higher risk of developing the condition later in life.
In most cases, you won’t know you have high blood pressure until you talk to your doctor. That’s why it’s important to schedule routine physical exams and checkups at Diligent Medical Care, PC.
However, some of the telltale signs of high blood pressure include:
If you’re at risk of developing hypertension, your doctor may recommend coming in for high blood pressure readings at least twice a year to lower your chances of suffering any of the above symptoms.
The best way to treat high blood pressure is through lifestyle modifications, such as:
If lifestyle changes alone don’t lower your blood pressure significantly, Diligent Medical Care, PC, may recommend medication. The most common medications for high blood pressure are:
High blood pressure is dangerous to your overall health when left untreated. Call Diligent Medical Care, PC, or schedule an appointment online today to learn more.
