If you are suffering from early morning headaches way too often, it could be a sign of high blood pressure.
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KEY HIGHLIGHTS
- High blood pressure or hypertension refers to a state wherein blood crashes against the artery walls at an abnormally high pace that could cause too much damage in the long run if left untreated.
- Unfortunately, hypertension is a state that gets worse silently thereby raising the risk of heart attack, stroke, arterial damage, and other chronic conditions.
- There could be some subtle symptoms that may appear from top to toe hinting at high blood pressure levels.
New Delhi: High blood pressure or hypertension refers to a state wherein blood crashes against the artery walls at an abnormally high pace that could cause too much damage in the long run if left untreated. Unfortunately, hypertension is a state that gets worse silently thereby raising risk of heart attack, stroke, arterial damage and other chronic conditions.
Across its stages, hypertension does not have any prominent symptoms that one could watch out for and get diagnosed in time. Yet, there could be some subtle symptoms that may appear from top to toe hinting at high blood pressure levels. This World Hypertension Day, take note of the warnings.
- Early morning
headaches : Sometimes these could be triggered by lack of sleep. However, if you are suffering from early morning headaches way too often, it could be a sign of high blood pressure. - Nosebleeds: Hypertension, known as a silent killer for the absence of symptoms, could also result in nosebleeds. If you are facing these way too often for no reason, it could be a sign that you need to check blood pressure levels checked.
- Shortness of breath: Difficulty in breathing and shortness of breath could also silently hint at hypertension. In extreme cases, it could also contribute to chest pain.
- Irregular heartbeat:
Arrhythmia or irregular heartbeats can also occur in hypertension patients. This happens due to uncontrolled pressure at which blood crashes against artery walls. - Blood in the urine: One of the most extreme symptoms of hypertension is seeing traces of blood in the urine. This could also be a symptom of cancer. Therefore, if you notice dark-red coloured or pink-hued blood, get it checked by a doctor as soon as possible.
Disclaimer: Tips and suggestions mentioned in the article are for general information purposes only and should not be construed as professional medical advice. Always consult your doctor or a dietician before starting any fitness programme or making any changes to your diet.
