MICROANATOMY

Detailed explanation-1: -Hypertension (high blood pressure) is when the pressure in your blood vessels is too high (140/90 mmHg or higher). It is common but can be serious if not treated. People with high blood pressure may not feel symptoms. The only way to know is to get your blood pressure checked.

Detailed explanation-2: -What causes high blood pressure? High blood pressure usually develops over time. It can happen because of unhealthy lifestyle choices, such as not getting enough regular physical activity. Certain health conditions, such as diabetes and having obesity, can also increase the risk for developing high blood pressure.

Detailed explanation-3: -Uncontrolled high blood pressure can lead to complications including: Heart attack or stroke. Hardening and thickening of the arteries due to high blood pressure or other factors can lead to a heart attack, stroke or other complications.

Detailed explanation-4: -Blurry or double vision. Lightheadedness/Fainting. Fatigue. Headache. Heart palpitations. Nosebleeds. Shortness of breath. Nausea and/or vomiting.

Detailed explanation-5: -Elevated blood pressure levels between 120-129/less than 80. Hypertension stage 1 is 130-139/80-89 mmHg. Hypertension stage 2 is 140/90 mmHg or more. Hypertensive crisis is higher than 180/120 or higher. 12-May-2022