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Blood
Pressure
Blood
pressure is pressure in the arteries as the heart pumps blood around the body.
What to look for
There are generally no
symptoms for high blood pressure as the early stages of hypertension may take a few years
to develop
A higher than normal
blood pressure. Normal for young and middle aged adults is a pressure of 120/80. A
pressure of 140/90 is definitely something to be concerned about. If the pressure is
160/95 it requires treatment.
Blackouts, a minor stroke
are indications that your blood pressure is too high and can be fatal if it is not
treated.
swollen ankles
shortness of breath
headaches,
dizziness and nose bleeds
Traditional Treatment
Your doctor will give
you a thorough examination to check if your blood pressure is the result of another
disease such as Cushing’s disease or kidney problems however, usually there is no
immediate cause for the high blood pressure.
It is advisable that if
over weight, the patient try to stay within your recommended weight level. Also try to
avoid salt in your diet and reduce stress levels in your lifestyle. Exercise is also
recommended.
If you have a stressful
job, some doctors will advise you to give it up and take some time off to rest completely.
These lifestyle changes
quite often bring the blood pressure down considerably.
A doctor will prescribe
medication for you if the above approaches and lifestyle changes still do not bring the
blood pressure down. Some of these drugs will have side effects which can be serious. Your
doctor will know which drugs should be given to you and will explain all the side effects
to you. The doctor will keep a close check on the patient to take the blood pressure and
watch for possible side effects.
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Alternative/Natural
Treatments
Body/Mind Work - Yoga,
Meditation and other relaxation techniques can help relax the patient and lower the stress
levels. Yoga,
Meditation and other relaxation techniques can help relax the patient and lower the stress
levels.
Herbal
Remedies - Hawthorn, dandelion and linden, garlic
and ginger are helpful for blood pressure problems.
Hawthorn, dandelion and linden, garlic
and ginger are helpful for blood pressure problems.
Dietary Considerations
Eat less salt -
best of all try to avoid it altogether (use herbs, garlic and ginger instead)
Avoid heavily salted food
(such as packaged food)
Try to eat more dairy
products - low fat one only. You may be low on calcium.
Avoid too much alcohol as
this can raise blood pressure.
Give up smoking as this
can harden the arteries and cause coronary heart disease.
When to seek further
professional advice
if your blood pressure is
over the recommended level
if you have any of the
symptoms listed above
if you are on medication
for high blood pressure and are suffering any side effect - see your doctor
immediately.
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