Malignant hypertension is a severe form of hypertension in which a patient has an unusually high blood pressure. The diastolic pressure that is typically around 80mmHg reaches a reading of 130mmHg or higher. When this occurs, organs in the body such as the brain, kidneys, eyes, and the heart are most susceptible to damage. If […]
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Common Factors Affecting Blood Pressure
High blood pressure can quietly do a lot of damage to the human body. It affects every organ, and unless you have it checked regularly, the first sign of trouble could be life altering or life ending. Knowing your numbers and the things that cause the pressure to rise could save your life. The Usual […]