– World Hypertension Day is observed on May 17th –
2025: Hypertension, also known as the silent killer, is one of the commonest health ailments that affects several people across the world. It is one of the main risk factors for cardiovascular diseases and can cause stroke, heart failure, atrial fibrillation, peripheral arterial disease etc. Dr Sudhanshu Budakoty, Senior Consultant, Department of Cardiology, Fortis Hospital Mohali, has shared an advisory to shed light on theneed for regular blood pressure monitoring to manage hypertension.
What is hypertension?
Hypertension is elevation of the blood pressure. blood pressure above 140/90 is referred to as hyoertension. Blood pressure that rises above 180/120 can be labelled as hypertensive crisis. Hypertension can cause heart issues like irregular heartbeat, heart valve problems, heart attack, heart failure and stroke.
Discussing myths around the condition, Dr Budakoty, said, “It is a common belief that as one’s age increases, it is normal to have an increased blood pressure of 150-160 systolic. People ignore this fact and end up having complications of prolonged high BP which can affect the kidney, heart disease and brain stroke. Further, sometimes people also feel that taking medicines will cause a fall in blood pressure. There is no such thing as low BP causing heart problems. The general public should be aware that it is important to maintain a good lifestyle and consume a balanced diet, besides regularly monitor the blood pressure. Anybody with hypertension-related issues should consult a cardiologist at the earliest.”
Symptoms
The main symptoms primarily include severe headaches, chest pain, nausea, dizziness, difficulty in breathing, vomiting, blurred vision, anxiety or confusion, nose bleed and abnormal heart rhythm.
Prevent the silent killer
On ways to manage blood pressure, Dr Budakoty, said, “Diet modification, salt restriction, weight reduction, smoking cessation, physical activity, alcohol restriction, stress management and yoga, and minimizing air pollution can go a long way in controlling blood pressure.”
About Fortis Healthcare
Fortis Healthcare Limited – an IHH Healthcare Berhad Company – is a leading integrated healthcare services provider in India. It is one of the largest healthcare organizations in the country with 27 healthcare facilities (including projects under development), 4100 operational beds and over 419 diagnostics centres (including JVs). Fortis is present in India, United Arab Emirates (UAE) & Sri Lanka. The Company is listed on the BSE Ltd and National Stock Exchange (NSE) of India. It draws strength from its partnership with global major and parent company, IHH, to build upon its culture of world-class patient care and superlative clinical excellence. Fortis employs 23,000 people (including SRL) who share its vision of becoming the world’s most trusted healthcare network. Fortis offers a full spectrum of integratedhealthcare services ranging from clinics to quaternary care facilities and a wide range of ancillary services
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