What is high blood pressure? Despite popular myth, high blood pressure is not nervous tension. This page on the eMedTV site debunks myths about high blood pressure and provides links to detailed information about this condition.
While not causes of high blood pressure per se, as this eMedTV article explains, factors such as smoking or diabetes can increase a person's risk of developing this condition. Other possible causes of hypertension include gender and race.
Headache, dizziness, and nausea are possible signs and symptoms of high blood pressure. However, as this eMedTV page explains, most people with the condition do not experience any high blood pressure signs and symptoms until organ damage has occurred.
As this eMedTV page explains, to test blood pressure, you measure the pressure inside your blood vessels as the heart beats and relaxes. This article explains how blood pressure is recorded as two numbers -- the systolic pressure "over" the diastolic.
This eMedTV page outlines lifestyle changes that are important for treating high blood pressure. This article also describes the different types of medications that can be used to treat the condition.
As this eMedTV page explains, calcium channel blockers and nervous system inhibitors are just two types of blood pressure medication available. This page provides detailed information about these and other medications used to treat hypertension.
High blood pressure can result in problems that affect the brain, kidneys, heart, and blood vessels. This eMedTV Web page describes the effects of high blood pressure on these vital organs in more detail.
One reason why high blood pressure is a health concern is because it increases the risk for conditions such as heart attack and stroke. This eMedTV article explains in detail why high blood pressure is a health concern.
This eMedTV selection explains how you can help prevent high blood pressure through strategies such as following a healthy diet and exercising more. This article highlights the benefits of these methods in reducing the risk of conditions like stroke.
As this eMedTV article explains, combining foods that lower blood pressure can have the same effect as blood pressure medicine. The DASH diet contains foods such as whole grains, fish, and vegetables; it calls for a reduction in salt, fat, and sugar.
This eMedTV page discusses high blood pressure and exercise, and also includes a sample walking plan. Studies on the effects of exercise show that physical activity can lower blood pressure, regardless of the type, intensity, or duration of the exercise.
This segment of the eMedTV archives explores the connection between high blood pressure and alcohol. While moderate amounts are usually fine, too much alcohol can make hypertension worse or decrease the effectiveness of medications.
As this eMedTV Web page explains, smoking may not be a direct cause of hypertension, but it increases your risk of heart disease. This article offers more detailed information on high blood pressure and smoking, and provides tips for quitting.
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