A History Of Hypertension

Hypertension is a sort of umbrella term for having dangerously high blood pressure. When your blood pressure is too high, it can begin to damage the walls of both veins and arteries. Your vessel walls will respond by releasing proteins and blood cells to slow and stop the damage while repairing damage already done. Sometimes, this healing response will accidentally create clotting within the vessel itself. These clots are at risk of breaking free and flowing towards your heart; a potentially fatal situation.

If you are feeling fatigued, notice swelling of the lower extremities or are suffering headaches or shortness of breath, get your heart pressure taken because you may be at risk of having hypertension. Your doctor can suggest ways to lower your blood pressure, often through exercise or medications.