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Hypertension

Hypertension or high blood pressure is the medical term used for a condition where the blood flow is too high or too slow

 

Hypertension is generally referred to as hypertension due to the excessive blood supply to the heart muscles, which results in a rapid and dangerous rise in blood pressure. This increase can cause heart damage. As soon as one suspects that he or she has high blood pressure, the best course of action is to consult a doctor and to learn more about the disease.

 

Hypertensive conditions are mainly caused by a buildup of fat deposits in one's arteries and veins. The buildup of fat in these blood vessels causes a slow but steady rise in one's blood pressure, which leads to congestive heart failure. There are two forms of hypertension – primary and secondary. Primary hypertension is caused by hereditary factors, while secondary hypertension can be caused by lifestyle, poor diet and insufficient exercise. If your blood pressure is too high, you should take measures to lower it as soon as possible.

 

To reduce the effects of high blood pressure on your body, you need to do a number of things. Firstly, you need to maintain a healthy weight. A good exercise program is important if you are not in good shape. A good cardiovascular program will also help, as will increase your daily protein consumption and getting plenty of fiber.

 

While it is not recommended that you engage in low to moderate physical activity, it can be beneficial. Walking is a great way to exercise and exercise in all weather conditions. Cardiovascular exercise, such as brisk walking for ten to twenty minutes, three to five days a week, can positively affect blood pressure levels and even reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke. Exercise can also be extremely beneficial in reducing diabetes symptoms.

 

Another way to combat high blood pressure is to eat well and avoid excessive intake of fatty foods and sodium. Smoking is another factor that increases the risk of developing hypertension, as well as taking medications prescribed by your doctor to treat other conditions.

 

A healthy diet, especially with lots of fruits and vegetables, will greatly help lower blood pressure levels. Supplements containing potassium, magnesium and calcium will also be very helpful. A variety of foods can also help prevent hypertension and fight other associated health problems.

 

Blood pressure can also be treated with surgery. There are three common types of surgery, namely open heart surgery, angina or pericardial infarction, and pericardial tamponade. Open heart surgery is a type of incision in the left ventricle of the heart. The procedure does not always result in immediate relief and may take a couple of weeks before the patient is completely stable. On the other hand, pericardial infarction or angina pectoris involves the removal of a blood vessel through an incision in the chest.

 

Pericardial infarction is usually done when the artery that supplies blood to the heart is damaged and is causing the angina pectoris, a dangerous but temporary heart attack. When the heart fails to pump properly, the blood flow to the heart becomes erratic, causing an unstable condition that is commonly accompanied by nausea and vomiting. There are several treatment options for patients who have pericardial infarction, but one thing you need to keep in mind is that there is a possibility that you may have permanent damage to your heart muscle and that your heart valve.