HYPERTENSION

OUTLINE

Introduction-What is Hypertension
Types of Hypertension
 Causes
 Who is at risk and what are some risk factors?
Ways to prevent Hypertension
Treatment and care
 What Is Hypertension?

Hypertension is abnormal high blood pressure.

It's a common condition in which long-term force of
the blood against your artery walls is high enough
that it can cause health problems.
Blood pressure is determined both by the amount
of blood the heart pumps and the amount of resistance
to blood flow in the arteries.
 Types of Hypertension
Primary (Essential)
Primary, also known as Essential Hypertension, is the most
common type of high blood pressure. For most people
this kind of blood pressure develops over time as they get older.
Secondary
Secondary high blood pressure is caused by other medical
conditions
or Use of certain medicines.
 Causes
Primary Secondary Hypertension
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 Who is at risk and what are some risk factors?
Anyone can develop high
blood pressure. However,
there are certain factors
.which can increase the risk to
Age- Hypertension tends to
.rise with age
Weight- People who are
overweight or obese are more
.likely to develop hypertension
Lifestyle- certain lifestyles
can increase
chances to have hypertension.
Eating too much sodium or not
enough potassium,
lack of exercise, drinking too
much
alcohol and/or smoking.
Family History- raises the risk
of developing hypertension.
Ways to prevent Hypertension
Eating a healthy diet
 Exercising regularly
Being at a healthy weight
Limiting alcohol
Not smokin
Managing stress
Getting your blood pressure
checked
regularly by your physician
 Treatment and care
Taking
Regular Self Care
check-up prescribed
medications