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High blood pressure, a medical term that sounds familiar but painful, is actually one of the most common chronic diseases in the world。
Its professional definition refers to a state in which arterial blood pressure continues to be higher than normal, but, in short, when blood flows through the veins, the pressure on the vascular wall is greater than normal。
Long-term hypertension can cause damage to multiple organs such as the heart, the brain and the kidney, so it is called a “silent killer”. But many people are half-aware about its symptoms and hazards, so what are the physical manifestations of hypertension
The high blood pressure's number one signal is a headache. It does not hide pain in one part as common headaches, but rather has a feeling of blunt pain or oppression, especially when it comes to getting up in the morning。
This headache is often concentrated on the back of the head or on the top of the head, and some may even feel as if something were pressing the head。
This is due to the expansion or convulsion of the cerebral vessels following increased blood pressure, which leads to a lack of blood flow to the head. However, such headaches may not be severe and may therefore be easily ignored。
Some people may be dizzling, and it's like sitting on a turnwood and not moving, but feeling spinning. High blood pressure leads to abnormal blood flow, which prevents adequate oxygen and nutrition in the brain, thereby causing dizziness。
The symptoms are particularly evident when the position changes rapidly, for example when one sits on a sudden stand, and one feels blackened or even unstable. This is not only an expression of high blood pressure, but also a warning of potential brain failure。
Moreover, there is a common manifestation of heart palpation and breast boredom. Many people with high blood pressure describe this feeling as if their heart had been scratched, and even an accelerated or irregular heartbeat。
This is because high blood pressure keeps the heart at a chronic high load, and the heart muscles are underblooded and the long-term heart function is weakened. The risk is higher when the breast is burdened or emotional。
In addition to the above, the sound of the ears is a source of distress. The ears are always buzzing, like mosquitoes flying, especially in quiet environments。
This is related to the damage caused by hypertension to the inner ear small veins, and the abnormal supply of blood affects the normal functioning of the hearing organs. While the sound of the ear appears harmless, it may also be a sign of even more serious problems if sustained。
The consequences of high blood pressure, if unchecked, are not only those ills, but also a series of complications, described as healthy “close bombs”。
First is the brain (broke) which is one of the most deadly complications for patients with hypertension. Higher blood pressure can cause excessive pressure on the cerebrovascular vessels, render the vascular walls vulnerable and, in extreme cases, lead to fractured haemorrhages, or to the formation of a thrombosis to block the veins, leading to brain ischaemic bleeding。
The second is coronary heart disease, which is a “retribution” to the heart by hypertension. Excessive blood pressure accelerates the hardening of the aneurysm, narrows and hardens the vascular wall, reduces the blood flow from the myocardial muscles, and may eventually lead to angina and even myocardial infarction. Data show that patients with hypertension are more than three times more at risk of coronary heart disease than normal people。
In addition, kidney damage is a “serious area” of hypertension. The kidney is a “detoxification plant” for the human body, but high blood pressure keeps the kidney's small veins under pressure for a prolonged period, leading to the sclerosis of the kidney ball, a diminished detoxification function and possibly the development of urine poisoning in serious cases. Many high blood pressure patients will notice an increase in foam in urine, which is an early sign of kidney damage。
Another less mentioned but equally dangerous complication is retinasis. High blood pressure can damage the microvascular vessels of the eyes, leading to retinal haemorrhage or oedema, which, in serious cases, can lead to loss of sight or even blindness. Thus, the eyes are also important windows for determining hypertension。
Prevention is of course particularly important when the performance and hazards of hypertension are understood. Prevention of hypertension is not really complicated, and the core is to maintain a healthy lifestyle。
Eating is low salt, low fat and high fibre. Over-ingestion of salt can lead to sodium retention and increased blood pressure, so daily salt consumption should be kept below 6 grams. Vegetable fruits and whole grain food are consumed, and less fried, sweet and processed food is consumed。
Sport is a good drug for lowering blood pressure. Appropriate aerobics, such as walking away, swimming or cycling, can improve cardiovascular health and reduce blood pressure levels by holding it three to five times a week。
Prohibition of alcohol is also an important part of the prevention of hypertension, and nicotine in tobacco stimulates vascular constriction, while excessive drinking directly increases blood pressure。
For patients who have been diagnosed with hypertension, there is a greater need for strict management of blood pressure in everyday life. The timely use of depressants is the basis for the control of the condition, and there is no need to stop or adjust the dose。
At the same time, maintaining regularity, avoiding lateness and overwork, and learning to release stress and remain happy are effective in avoiding blood pressure fluctuations。
Overall, hypertension, although common, is not uncontrolled. Early detection and early intervention are key to protecting health. In everyday life, we need to take care of our veins with our heart and be our health custodians。
