High blood pressure (high BP) is known as a silent disease because its symptoms are often mild or unusual and people ignore them. If not identified and treated timely, high BP can lead to heart attack, stroke and kidney problems.
3 often overlooked symptoms of high BP
- headache and dizziness
Persistent mild or severe headache, especially in the morning.
Problems like dizziness or loss of balance can also be a sign of high BP.
- fatigue and shortness of breath
Extreme fatigue without heavy work or shortness of breath on slight exertion.
This indicates an imbalance in the heart and blood pressure.
- irregular heartbeat
Fast, slow or irregular heartbeat can be a sign of high BP.
Ignoring it can cause serious heart problems.
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Precautions and remedies for high BP
- check blood pressure regularly
Check blood pressure at least once a month.
Serious dangers can be avoided by timely detection.
- adopt a healthy lifestyle
Low-salt diet, green vegetables, fruits, and adequate water.
Regular exercise like walking, yoga and stretching.
- Focus on stress and sleep
To reduce stress, meditate and get enough sleep.
- Take medicine as per doctor’s advice
If the doctor has prescribed blood pressure medicine, take it on time and regularly.
People often take high BP lightly, but recognizing its silent symptoms can be life-saving. Pay attention to signs like headache, fatigue, shortness of breath and irregular heartbeat and check blood pressure in time. High BP can be controlled with right lifestyle and medical guidance.
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