Hypertension

Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension (PAH) develops due to the narrowing of the small arteries in the lungs, leading to increased resistance to blood flow. This increased resistance causes the right side of the heart to work harder to pump blood through the lungs, eventually leading to the thickening and stiffening of the pulmonary arteries. The exact cause of PAH can vary and may include genetic factors, underlying medical conditions, or exposure to certain toxins or drugs. Early detection and management of PAH are crucial to prevent further complications and improve quality of life for affected individuals.

High blood pressure is not determined by a single gene, but rather by a combination of genetic, environmental, and lifestyle factors. This means that it is not a simple dominant or recessive trait, as it is influenced by multiple genes working together.

Yes, exposure to high levels of mercury can lead to hypertension and tachycardia. Mercury can harm the cardiovascular system by disrupting the function of blood vessels and the heart. It can also affect the autonomic nervous system, which controls blood pressure and heart rate.

If someone had a stroke and could not use the right side of their body, the stroke likely occurred in the left side of their brain. This is because nerve fibers in the brain cross over, meaning the left side of the brain controls the right side of the body and vice versa.

Birds have high blood pressure because they need it to maintain adequate circulation during flight. Their high metabolism and unique circulatory system require increased pressure to deliver oxygen and nutrients efficiently to their muscles and organs while in the air.

Hypertension is not a pathogen; it is a condition characterized by high blood pressure. It is typically a result of lifestyle factors, genetics, or underlying health conditions, rather than being caused by a pathogen such as a virus or bacteria.

Aldosterone is primarily regulated by the renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system. To increase aldosterone levels, factors that can stimulate its production include low blood pressure, low blood volume, high potassium levels, and high Angiotensin II levels. These conditions can trigger the release of aldosterone from the adrenal glands.

In hypertension, the histology typically shows thickening of the walls of small arteries and arterioles due to smooth muscle cell hypertrophy and hyperplasia. This results in narrowing of the vessel lumen and reduced compliance, contributing to increased systemic vascular resistance and elevated blood pressure. Additionally, chronic hypertension may lead to endothelial cell damage, inflammation, and fibrosis in the vessel walls.

In the context of blood pressure measurement, millimeters are used to express the pressure reading in millimeters of mercury (mmHg). Blood pressure is typically measured using a sphygmomanometer, where the pressure is recorded as two numbers - systolic (when the heart is contracting) over diastolic (when the heart is at rest) in mmHg.

No, a loquat is not a citrus fruit. It belongs to the Rosaceae family, while citrus fruits belong to the Rutaceae family. Individuals with citrus allergies may not necessarily be allergic to loquats.

The root word of hypertension is "tension," which refers to the force or pressure within blood vessels when the heart pumps blood.

The scientific name for a stroke is "cerebrovascular accident" (CVA). It refers to the sudden interruption in the blood supply of the brain, leading to brain cell damage or death.

A blood pressure reading of 140 over 78 is considered elevated. The top number (systolic pressure) is at the high end of the normal range, and the bottom number (diastolic pressure) is within the normal range. However, it is still important to monitor and possibly make lifestyle changes to prevent it from increasing further.

Start slow and gradually build up your endurance by cycling at a comfortable pace for shorter distances. Consult with a doctor or fitness professional to ensure you are cycling safely with high blood pressure. Consider low-impact cycling options like using a stationary bike or cycling on flat terrain to reduce strain on your body.

The technical name for abnormally high blood pressure is hypertension. It is a condition where the force of blood against the walls of the arteries is consistently too high.

It would depend on the particular disease that runs in the family, but most people are urged to get a checkup once a year if they are healthy.

No, because cozaar is an angiotensin receptor blocker which lowers the blood pressure & grape fruit will block some enzymes in the interstine so that the medication directly can enter in to the body very fast &in the kidneys there will be loss of water &salts . it causes so many side effects .

I am not so sure. I have found that swimming in the sea definitley raises my blood pressure. The older you get, the more you notice this.

Not likely.

If your assumption is that the salt in the pool water is causing high blood pressure (like a high salt diet), then the answer is definitely, no.

The amount of salt in a saltwater treated pool is very low (around 0.5%, which is one-half of one-percent). This concentration of salt is about half as much as a teardrop (1%) and nearly eight times less than sea water (3.75%).

And since the salt in the water can't be absorbed through your skin, you would have to drink a LOT of pool water while you're swimming to intake any significant level of salt.

I'm not a doctor, but I would like to suggest that everyone eat right, exercise, and see a doctor if you think you have high blood pressure.

And keep swimming - it's great exercise.

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no... not in and of itself. however theres a catch... high cholesterol over time (years) can though it doesnt necessarily have to build up in the arteries. If this occurs this is called atherosclerosis or coronary artery disease or narrowing of the vessels. just like water pipes if the pipe gets smaller the pressure goes up.... same scenario occurs in your vessels.

Hypertension or high blood pressure exact causes are not known. There are several risk factors and conditions such as age, family history, ethnicity, diet, obesity and stress in which the majority of people with hypertension have in common.

In some cases, yes - it's easily preventable. But they're the minority. Sadly, the overwhelming amount of blood pressure cases are what doctors call "essential" hypertension: They don't know why you have high blood pressure - you just do. But in virtually every case, it can be successfully treated.

Although high blood pressure is a very important contributing problem or risk factor for heart attacks, there is no specific blood pressure that is required to have a heart attack. If there is a blockage of a blood vessel that supplies blood to the heart, due to either a fatty deposit of cholesterol, or a blood clot, a heart attack will result.

a cardiovascular surgeon ALSO called a pulmonary surgeon