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Q. Which is more common primary or secondary hypertension?

A. Primary hypertension which has no identifiable reason is more common with more than 90% of the hypertensive patients suffering from it.

Q. Which is more dangerous?

A. Both are equally dangerous however, secondary hypertension point to an underlying health concern which may often be the causative factor. Depending on the gravity of this condition secondary blood pressure may sometimes be more dangerous. For instance, a common cause of secondary blood pressure is a renal disorder known as polycystic kidney disease which may result in eventual renal failure.

Q. If I don’t suffer from primary hypertension does it mean I am safe?

A. If you lead a healthy and active life style there is no reason why you should develop hypertension. However, if you are a heavy smoker and drinker and enjoy junk food, you may have just been lucky to not have developed the disorder already. But there are always chances that you may run out of luck and before you know it, you will be diagnosed with hypertension. So its always best to take precautionary measures like opting for regular exercise routines and healthy well balanced meals.

Q. Do lifestyle factors have any bearing on secondary high blood pressure?

Yes, even though secondary blood pressure has an identifiable health condition that leads to it life style factors like obesity, sedentary life style, unhealthy eating habits, inadequate sleep, excessive smoking and drinking may worsen the condition.

Q Will my diet influence my primary blood pressure?

Yes, it will, your diet is one of the primary factors in blood pressure control. While a healthy diet low in sodium, saturated fats and cholesterol will help you in controlling your runaway blood pressure, not taking the necessary dietary precautions may lead to disastrous results. People with high blood pressure are extremely susceptible to cardiac ailments which can worsen if you have unhealthy dietary habits.

Q. What are the symptoms of primary hypertension?

A. Most people who suffer from primary hypertension do not experience symptoms and usually the disorder is diagnosed through routine medical exams.

However, if not controlled in time there may be a significant increase in blood pressure which may then cause symptoms like:

• Headaches particularly early in the morning; normally headaches related to high blood pressure originate behind the eyes.
• Vomiting and nausea
• Visual disturbances
• Chest pains
• Heart attack
• Renal Failure
• Stroke
• Peripheral arterial damage
• Abnormal heart beat
• Eye damage

Q. How is secondary hypertension treated?

A. Secondary hypertension is often treated with a combination of medication and surgical procedure. The treatment option will depend on the health condition that causes secondary hypertension.