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Hypertension, commonly known as high blood pressure, is often called the 'silent killer' because it usually produces no symptoms until significant damage has been done to the heart and arteries. At Padithem Health Care, we prioritise early detection and sustained management to prevent catastrophic events like stroke and heart attack.
Blood pressure is the force exerted by circulating blood against the walls of the body's arteries. When this pressure remains consistently high, the heart has to work much harder to pump blood, leading to arterial damage over time.
Risk factors
- Age and family history of hypertension
- Obesity and sedentary lifestyle
- High sodium (salt) intake and low potassium diets
- Excessive alcohol consumption and tobacco use
- Chronic stress and underlying conditions like kidney disease
Treatment options
- Lifestyle modification — DASH diet, weight loss, regular aerobic exercise
- Anti-hypertensive medication tailored to your health profile
- Regular clinic check-ups and home blood-pressure monitoring
- Screening for target-organ damage — heart, kidney, eye