Hypertension is the medical term for high blood pressure. This eMedTV article describes this medical condition in detail, including why blood pressure matters and associated health risks.
Some possible causes of hypertension include Cushing's, sleep apnea, and birth control pills. This eMedTV page explores other possible causes and looks at risk factors that can increase your chances of developing hypertension.
Essential hypertension risks that can be controlled include having diabetes, being physically inactive, and consuming too much salt. This eMedTV article discusses these and other essential hypertension risks.
Blurred vision, dizziness, headache, and nausea are possible hypertension symptoms. This portion of the eMedTV archives discusses symptoms of hypertension, and the health risk hypertension presents even when no symptoms are felt.
This eMedTV Web page details lifestyle changes (such as losing weight and reducing salt intake) that are usually the first step in hypertension treatment. The article also discusses medications that may be included in hypertension treatment.
This page of the eMedTV website explains how the benefits of primary hypertension prevention include a reduced risk for heart attack. Primary hypertension prevention focuses on reducing risk factors such as inactivity and drinking too much alcohol.
Hypertension in pregnancy, while potentially serious, can be managed, and, as this eMedTV article explains, most women have successful pregnancies. The types of hypertension, causes, treatment options, and long-term effects are also described.
Unfortunately, African Americans and hypertension are strongly linked. This eMedTV article explains the connection between African Americans and hypertension, and offers simple lifestyle changes that can help reduce blood pressure.
Hypertension research studies are focused on discovering the causes of hypertension and developing new treatment methods. This eMedTV article discusses specific areas of current hypertension research, including potential benefits for participants.
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