High Blood Pressure Medical Alert

High blood pressure (hypertension) - Symptoms and …

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High blood pressure is a common condition that affects the body's arteries. It's also called hypertension. If you have high blood pressure, the force of the blood pushing against the artery walls is consistently too high. The heart has to work harder to pump blood. Blood pressure is measured in millimeters of mercury (mm Hg). See more

Hypertensive Crisis: When You Should …

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A hypertensive ( high blood pressure or HBP) crisis is when blood pressure rises quickly and severely with readings of 180/120 or greater . The consequences of uncontrolled blood …

High Blood Pressure | American Heart …

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High blood pressure (also referred to as HBP, or hypertension) is when your blood pressure, the force of blood flowing through your blood vessels, is consistently too high. Get the facts …

High blood pressure dangers: Hypertension's effects on …

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High Blood Pressure Symptoms and Causes | cdc.gov

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May 18, 2021

Understanding Blood Pressure Readings

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If your blood pressure is higher than 180/120 mm Hg and you are experiencing signs of possible organ damage such as chest pain, shortness of breath, back pain, numbness/weakness, change in …

Hypertension Communications Kit | cdc.gov

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Regularly monitoring your blood pressure, with support from your health care team, can help lower your risk for heart disease and stroke. You can check your blood pressure at the doctor’s …

High blood pressure symptoms: When to …

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People who have high blood pressure may not experience any physical symptoms and may not be aware that their blood pressure is high. During a hypertensive crisis, people with a …

10 ways to control high blood pressure without medication

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Regular physical activity can lower high blood pressure by about 5 to 8 mm Hg. It's important to keep exercising to keep blood pressure from rising again. As a …