What is Hypertension? What are the symptoms?
High blood pressure is one of the most common chronic diseases and a global public health problem. High blood pressure is associated with conditions such as heart disease, stroke, kidney disease, premature death and disability.
- It is known that about 3 out of ten people in the world have high blood pressure. 50% of the patients are completely unaware of their condition. Some of those who are aware do not do anything.
- High blood pressure is a preventable and treatable disease and must be followed by a physician.
High blood pressure is also known as the “silent enemy” because it damages the kidney, brain, heart and vascular system without showing symptoms for a long time. Blood pressure should be measured at regular intervals to determine if it is high. The most obvious signs of high blood pressure;
- Weakness, tiredness,
- Shortness of breath, palpitations, chest pain
- Nose bleeding,
- Vision impairment
- Ringing in the ears,
- Difficulty walking and climbing stairs,
- Sometimes too frequent urination,
- Waking up and urinating at night
- There may be swelling in the legs.
The administration of drug therapy in individuals with high blood pressure is not sufficient alone for blood pressure control, and healthy lifestyle behaviors must be developed for a successful result. Individuals with high blood pressure;
- Should eat healthy,
- If he is overweight / obese, he should lose weight,
- Physical activities should be done regularly
- It should reduce the use of salt,
- Pay attention to the follow-up of the disease with regular examinations and examinations,
- You should use your medicines at the recommended dose and time, without delay.
- Blood pressure should be monitored regularly.
- Blood pressure should be measured at least once a year.
