Hypertension is a state when there are consistent high blood pressure levels. Notably, there are no visible symptoms of hypertension. It could happen to anyone, irrespective of age, and can cause several health issues if not treated timely.
For identifying if you have hypertension, it is recommended to start having regular blood pressure checkups either at a clinic or your home. Hypertension or high blood pressure levels
reduces the heart’s efficiency and makes it work more rigorously than regular. Furthermore, delicate tissues that are present in the arteries also get affected by the impact of high blood
pressure.
The infographic below gives us an overview of the following:
- Hypertension around the globe
- Possible causes of hypertension
- How hypertension affects humans?
- Potential signs and precautionary measures of hypertension
- Hypertension treatment
Hypertension affects all of us at some point in our lives. Hence, it is critical to take the necessary steps to manage our blood pressure levels both in terms of our physical and mental health. Thus, take enough care of yourself and your loved ones, and work hard to overcome the high blood pressure levels.
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Anurag works as a Marketing Manager for Wisdom Policy, India’s leading online insurance provider. His passion for marketing is never-ending, and his contributions so far are
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