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Other Ailments associated with HBP

12 January 2010 132 views No Comment

Research has revealed conclusive links between high blood pressure and several other chronic ailments. It has also been observed that people who suffer from high blood pressure are more susceptible to disorders like stroke, blood clots and heart attack. Also, liver problems, hormonal issues and kidney problems can be attributed to high blood pressure or can contribute to its development. Some of the common ailments which may be caused due to high blood pressure or which may cause high blood pressure include:

Acute Coronary Syndrome: This is a group of diseases that are caused due to cardiac muscle damage. Even though the disorder has symptoms like angina it is an advanced cardiac issue. The typical symptoms of acute coronary syndrome are shortness of breath, chest pains, sweating, palpitation and nausea.

Headaches: Frequent headaches are often a symptom of high blood pressure. Studies conducted over several decades have pointed to the presence of headaches in people who suffer from high blood pressure.

Atrial Fibrilation: Atrial fibrilation is a term used to define an irregular heart beat and it can be a potentially fatal condition if not treated in time. People who suffer from high blood pressure stand higher chanced of developing this condition because these individuals may have a larger than normal heart.

Coronary Artery Disease: People with high blood pressure also run the risk of developing coronary artery disease.

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