Prehypertension: Are You at Risk?

Understanding Prehypertension In  stage 1 hypertension, also known as prehypertension, the systolic (top number) reading is 120 mmHg-139 mmHg, or the diastolic (bottom number) reading is 80 mmHg-89… read more

Hypertension: The Silent Illness

Blood pressure is mostly a silent disease Unfortunately, high blood pressure can happen without feeling any abnormal symptoms. Moderate or severe headaches, anxiety, shortness of breath, nosebleeds, palpitations, or feeling… read more

All About Blood Pressure

What is blood pressure means? Blood pressure is the force of your blood pushing against the walls of your arteries. Each time your heart beats, it pumps blood into… read more

All About Secondary Hypertension

What causes secondary hypertension? Secondary hypertension is high blood pressure caused by another condition or disease. Conditions that may cause secondary hypertension include kidney disease, adrenal disease, thyroid problems read more

High Blood Pressure May Increase Your Risk for AFib

Does blood pressure go up during AFib? With atrial fibrillation, the heart beats irregularly. This can affect how well it pumps, triggering low blood pressure What should your blood pressureread more

4 Hidden Habits That May Affect Your Blood Pressure

What are 4 major causes of high blood pressure? Common factors that can lead to high blood pressure include: A diet high in salt, fat, and/or cholesterol. Chronic conditions… read more

What is the Risk of Portal Hypertension?

What is the treatment for portal hypertension? Pharmacologic therapy for portal hypertension includes the use of beta-blockers, most commonly propranolol and nadolol. Brazilian investigators have suggested that the… read more

Is That Cold Medicine in Your Cabinet Raising Your Blood Pressure?

What cold medicine is OK with high blood pressure? What Cough Medicine Can I Take with High Blood Pressure? If you’re looking for safe cough medicine, consider Coricidin read more

Do Racism Raises High Blood Pressure Risk?

Does racism cause hypertension? Blacks who reported medium levels of lifetime discrimination had a 49% increased risk of high blood pressure after accounting for other risk factors, the researchers… read more