Symptoms of hypertension

Written by Zhang Yue Mei
Cardiology
Updated on August 31, 2024
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Hypertension is a common and frequently occurring disease clinically. Mild hypertension often has no clinical symptoms and is usually detected during physical examinations when measuring blood pressure reveals an increase. In cases of severe hypertension, individuals with long-term high blood pressure may experience dizziness, a feeling of pressure in the head, and headaches. In serious cases, symptoms can include tinnitus and palpitations, requiring the use of effective antihypertensive medications for management. If patients with hypertension do not use medications to manage their condition, long-term high blood pressure can cause significant harm to the body, leading to cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases, hypertension-induced heart disease, and stroke. (Please use medications under the guidance of a doctor.)

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Pregnancy hypertension symptoms

The symptoms of hypertension during pregnancy vary depending on the blood pressure level, individual tolerance, and other factors. Common symptoms include high blood pressure, protein in the urine, and generalized edema. Edema can vary in severity; it can start with bilateral ankle swelling, progress to the calves, thighs, and then become generalized throughout the body. Increased blood pressure can also lead to headaches, dizziness, nausea, and blurred vision. In more severe cases, pain in the upper abdomen and convulsions may occur.

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How should one take medicine for high blood pressure?

Patients with hypertension must use effective medications to keep their blood pressure within the normal range to prevent damage to the cardiovascular and cerebrovascular systems. During medication use, patients should not arbitrarily stop taking their medication or switch to different types. It is necessary to regularly monitor blood pressure and adjust the medication dosage or switch types under the guidance of a doctor as blood pressure fluctuates. Randomly stopping medication and discontinuing antihypertensive drugs can cause blood pressure fluctuations and pose greater risks to the body, especially causing ischemia in the heart and brain.

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What is the blood pressure for gestational hypertension?

Pregnancy-induced hypertension refers to a series of pathophysiological changes caused by elevated blood pressure in women during pregnancy. It is a severe complication of pregnancy that can have serious effects on both the mother and the fetus. The diagnostic standard for hypertension during pregnancy is the same as in non-pregnant periods, that is, a blood pressure greater than 140/90mmHg can be diagnosed as pregnancy-induced hypertension. However, pregnancy-induced hypertension can be classified based on whether it is combined with other conditions, as well as the severity of the condition. Depending on the severity, pregnancy-induced hypertension can be divided into categories such as gestational hypertension, pre-eclampsia, eclampsia, chronic hypertension, and chronic hypertension with superimposed pre-eclampsia. These classifications are mainly based on the severity of the condition, and it is essential to treat pregnancy-induced hypertension with standardized care.

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How to lower high blood pressure?

Hypertension is divided into primary hypertension and secondary hypertension. If it is secondary hypertension, removing the factors that cause high blood pressure can cure it. For example, if the hypertension is caused by an adrenal tumor, removing the tumor can normalize blood pressure. However, if diagnosed with primary hypertension, lifelong medication is required. There are many types of medications available, which need to be specifically analyzed based on the individual situation. If the patient primarily has high systolic pressure, it is recommended to use some calcium channel blockers, which are commonly used for elderly patients who primarily exhibit high systolic pressure. If it is primarily high diastolic pressure, some ACE inhibitors or ARBs are suggested. If sympathetic excitement is predominant, some β-blockers can be used. (Medication should be taken under the guidance of a professional doctor.)

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Can high blood pressure be hereditary?

Hypertension has a certain level of heritability, and research indicates that if parents have hypertension, their children’s risk of developing this condition significantly increases. Of course, genetic factors are only one of the reasons for the development of hypertension. The presence of genetic factors does not necessarily lead to hypertension; postnatal environmental factors are also very important. Maintaining good lifestyle habits over time, including healthy dietary habits, regular physical exercise, reasonable weight control, and a positive mindset can help prevent hypertension. Moreover, even without a family history of hypertension, poor lifestyle habits can still lead to the development of the condition.