Hypertension
01Symptoms
Common signs and symptoms associated with Hypertension include:
- Usually no symptoms, hypertension is often silent
- Occasionally headaches
- Light-headedness
- Blurred vision in severe cases
- It is most often detected through a blood pressure check
02Causes & Risk Factors
- Increasing age
- Family history
- High salt intake and an unhealthy diet
- Being overweight and physically inactive
- Excess alcohol and smoking
- Underlying conditions such as kidney disease, endocrine disorder and obstructive sleep apnoea (secondary hypertension)
03When To See A Cardiologist
Because hypertension rarely causes symptoms, have your blood pressure checked regularly, especially if you are over 40 or have a family history. See a cardiologist if your readings are consistently high (>135/85 at home), or if you have other heart risk factors.
04Treatment Approaches At CCI
Treatment combines lifestyle measures with medication where needed. At CCI, we tailor therapy individually, screening for end organ damage (heart, kidney, etc) and take necessary remedial actions. We actively engage patients and encourage home monitoring to achieve agreed outcome. Dr Lee has lectured widely on the modern management of hypertension.
05Diagnostic Tests & Procedures
Tests and treatments Dr Lee may recommend for this condition:
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a healthy blood pressure?
A reading around 120/80 mmHg is generally considered healthy. Your cardiologist will set the right target for you based on your overall risk.
Do I need medication for high blood pressure?
Not always, mild hypertension may respond to lifestyle change. Where medication is needed, it is safe and effective, and the dose is tailored to you.
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