HYPERTENSION

HYPERTENSION

Hypertension is elevated blood pressure. According to WHO recommendations, the blood pressure of 140/90 mm of mercury or above in an adult is to be considered as hypertension .This state of raised blood pressure can remain dormant for years without one feeling any major symptoms. About 90% of the population has primary hypertension. Hypertension if left untreated can damage the heart,brain and kidney. Causes of hypertension can be obesity,diabetes,cardiovascular diseases,disturbed lipid profile,hyperthyroidism,disesses of ovaries and renal diseases. Apart that alcohol consumption,high salt intake,faulty diet habits and lifestyle increases the risk of hypertension. Modification in lifestyle is required to control hypertension.at our clinic we advice you as to how you can successfully modify your diet and physical activity pattern to combat hypertension.