Blood Pressure Treatment and Prevention in Indiana
We Are the Experts to Help You Prevent and Control the Complications of High Blood Pressure
High blood pressure (HBP) is known as the "silent killer" since most men and women are unaware that they have it. This is why getting regular checkups is important: to make sure that you don’t need treatment for HBP.
What Is Hypertension?
Hypertension, also known as high blood pressure, is a condition in which the blood’s force on the artery wall is excessive. High blood pressure is greater than 130/80. Symptoms of hypertension are often not visible. If left untreated, it can lead to health problems such as stroke and heart disease.
Eating a low-sodium diet, exercising frequently, and taking medication can help decrease and regulate your blood pressure.
Factors That Cause High Blood Pressure or Hypertension
- Age
- Smoking
- Being overweight or obese
- High level of stress
- Lack of physical activity
- Too much salt intake
- Drinking too much alcohol
- Genetics
- Underlying health conditions like diabetes, kidney disease, obstructive sleep apnea, and thyroid problems
When Should You Visit a Doctor for Hypertension?
Normally, hypertension doesn’t have any symptoms, and thus, it is known as a "silent" disease. But you should seek medical help if you notice these symptoms:
- If blood pressure is still high and you aren’t reacting to your doctor’s treatment.
- If you have nausea, fatigue, lightheadedness, headache, shortness of breath, confusion, or irregular heartbeats.
Why Choose Kidney Physicians of Indiana
Blood pressure can be a massive problem in your life. At Kidney Physicians of Indiana, we provide the best care to our patients. We will determine the cause of why you have high blood pressure and offer treatments to get it under control.