Those who have pulmonary hypertension have problems with their blood pressure, specifically in the pulmonary artery as well as in the pulmonary capillaries. It tends to increase to dangerously high levels and can easily cause such symptoms as fainting as well as dizziness and inability to catch one’s breath. In some extremely severe cases it […]
As the heart pumps blood around the body, the blood exerts a force on the walls of the arteries and other blood vessels as it flows through them. This pressure is known as the blood pressure. The normal level of blood pressure for an individual is having a high of 120 mmHg and a low […]
Many people understand that blood pressure is very important, especially if it is high. Blood pressure is, basically, the amount of pressure that blood puts on the walls of the blood vessels it moves through. There are two pressures that are measured when someone takes a blood pressure reading: the first is the systolic blood […]
We often hear about how bad having high blood pressure is, and for many of us, one of our dietary and heath goals is to lower our blood pressure before it becomes a problem. However, it is possible to lower it too much or to have a condition that causes low blood pressure, also called […]
You always want to avoid having an exceptionally low or high blood pressure level as there are many health problems that either can create. Blood pressure is the measurement of the blood flow multiplied by your blood vessel’s resistance level. If you have a high blood pressure then you essentially have hypertension and while some […]
Pulmonary hypertension occurs when the pressure in the pulmonary circulation is elevated. This is usually caused by a constriction of the arteries that provide blood to the lungs. When there is a constriction, it will be difficult for the heart to pump the blood to the lungs and it will cause a stress on the […]
High blood pressure is a very serious condition and should be treated appropriately. If caught and treated early on, you can prevent irreversible damage being done to your heart and other important organs. High blood pressure, that is uncontrolled, will accelerate the hardening of the arteries and contribute to the accumulation of cholesterol plaques on […]
Hypotension is the medical term for low blood pressure. Hypertension is the medical diagnosis for people with high blood pressure readings on a consistent basis. This is a tell tale sign of cardiovascular disease. So most people strive to have blood pressure readings within normal limits. Some people would even think it would be good […]
Monitoring blood pressure in infants and children is a critical task for any parent or physician. Babies with high blood pressure might be at risk for very serious health problems, and getting this blood pressure under control immediately can significantly reduce this risk. It is very obvious that obese children are growing rampant these days. […]
There are some basic rules your need to follow if you experience problems with your blood pressure or want to prevent them. This is all about your lifestyle and your daily habits. Some of them will need to be changed if you want to be more healthy and happy. First of all, you should visit […]
With the growing rates of obesity in America and around the world, there has been much attention in recent studies about the effects of weight on high blood pressure. Studies have shown that overweight people are far more likely to have high blood pressure, and this can have even more negative impacts on their overall […]
Blood pressure is a measurement of the strength of your body’s blood against the walls of your arteries and blood vessels. When blood pressure is high, the force of the blood against the vessel walls becomes too great, which can lead to many different types of complications. When you have your blood pressure tested by […]
You hear a lot in the news and on TV about the dangers of fats, Trans fats, and various other types of fats that come in many foods. Most of these fats are definitely dangerous to your health and should be avoided at all costs. However, what they don’t tell you is that there are […]
With the increasing trends of obesity and chronic illnesses in America, many people are looking for information on how they can improve their health and increase their general well-being. One of the biggest areas in which people are looking for information is in heart health and proper heart maintenance. In 2007, heart disease became the […]
There are many things that can help you out, so do not get too depressed if you have high blood pressure (HBP) or hypertension. First of all, you are definitely not alone. One third of Americans experience problems with blood pressure and one third of these people do not even know that their pressure is […]
People with high blood pressure are at serious risk for heart attacks, heart disease, and other heart related conditions. It is important to keep denying her blood pressure so that you can determine whether or not it is an acceptable range or should be examined by a doctor. Unfortunately, heart disease is genetically inherited trait, […]