A team of researchers from Tulane University, in their article “High Blood Pressure and Cardiovascular Disease” published in the Journal of Hypertension, highlights that abnormal blood pressure readings, whether high or low, in systolic or diastolic measurements, can signal potential health issues. T...
High Blood Pressure can be caused by a number of underlying conditions. Learn about the causes of high/low blood pressure in this guide.
Hypertension may not produce any symptoms, even if you have had it for years. That’s why it is sometimes referred to as a "silent killer." It’s estimated that 1 out of every 5 people with high blood pressure aren’t aware that they have this major risk factor for strokes and heart...
Normal blood pressure is defined as less than 120/80 mm Hg, meaning a person's systolic blood pressure measures below 120 mm Hg and their diastolic runs below 80 mm Hg, according to theAmerican Heart Association(AHA). High blood pressure, also calledhypertension, is defined as 130/80 mm H...
We’ve all heard that blood pressure is an important part of our overall health. But do you know what normal blood pressure should be or how to tell if your blood pressure is elevated or too high? Your blood pressure numbers mean a lot for your heart’s health. If your blood pressure...
If you have a systolic blood pressure above 180 or diastolic reading above 120 with symptoms like headache, vision changes and chest pain, call your doctor or go to the hospital right away. Factors That Influence Blood Pressure Blood pressure is generally lower during sleep or at rest and goes...
W: Usually people with high blood pressure have no symptoms, so we call it the silent killer. M: What do you use to check for high blood pressure? W: I am going to put a cuff on you to get a reading. M: What does the reading tell you? W: I get an idea of the pressure...
Difficulty concentrating- As we already learned, stress can have an impact on your brain. This can make it difficult for you to concentrate and remember the things that you need to do. This can make work or school difficult. High blood pressure- Stress may cause short-term increases...
Hypothyroidism(too little thyroid hormone) may cause low blood pressure and a decreased heart rate leading to lightheadedness, weakness, lethargy, and chills. Addison's disease:Addison's disease occurs when the adrenal glands do not produce enough cortisol to meet the needs of the body. Cortisol...
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