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This Are The Causes Of Hypertension. by ferdvict2(m): 6:00pm On Jun 13, 2015 |
1. Primary Hypertension: Primary Hypertension also called essential hypertension. This type of hypertension has no specific, identifiable cause and is sometimes said to be caused by environmental, genetics and age factors. Majority of people who suffer from hypertension suffer from this type of hypertension. 2. Secondary Hypertension: Secondary hypertension is usually caused by another medical condition which the patient may already be suffering from. For instance, some women develop secondary hypertension during pregnancy. Secondary hypertension would usually go away when the underlying condition is treated. OTHER CAUSES ARE : ¤ Alcohol Abuse: Excessive drinking of alcohol can raise the blood pressure to unhealthy levels overtime and cause hypertension. The calories in alcohol can also lead to excessive weight gain, which is another common cause of hypertension. ¤ Illegal Drugs: Some illegal drugs like Cocaine, Amphetamines and Acetaminophen can also affect the blood pressure. ¤ Medications: Taking of some medications such as anti- depressants, caffeine, birth control pills, migraine medications, anti-inflammatory drugs and nasal decongestants can also increase blood pressure. ¤ Birth Defects: Sometimes, a person may suffer from high blood pressure due to defects in their blood vessels. This type of hypertension is can be traced to a person’s genes. Obstructive Sleep Apnea: Another major cause of secondary hypertension is a health condition known as Obstructive Sleep Apnea. It is a sleeping disorder that causes shortness/cessation of breath during sleep. ¤ Obesity: Being Overweight or Obese can also cause a person to develop Hypertension. Excess fat in the body would require extra oxygen and nutrients and since it is the heart’s job to supply these nutrients, it has to overwork itself to achieve this, thereby leading to increase in blood pressure. ¤ Poor Diet: High Blood Pressure may also be caused by a poor diet. When a person consumes too much sodium, caffeinated drinks or fatty foods, there are risks of developing high blood pressure. ¤ Sedentary Lifestyle: Another major cause of high blood pressure is living a sedentary lifestyle characterized by low levels of physical activity or no physical activities at all. ¤ Age: A person may also develop hypertension as they age. The risks of a person developing hypertension would actually increase as they grow older. ¤ Smoking: People who smoke are also at a risk of developing high blood pressure. The nicotine contents in cigarettes may cause the arteries to become narrow and hardened. This stresses the heart out and eventually leads to hypertension. ¤ Vitamin Deficiencies: Vitamin D deficiency is yet another factor that may lead to hypertension. Researchers have discovered that people with lower levels of Vitamin D are at a higher risk of developing hypertension. Chronic Kidney diseases as well as thyroid and adrenal problems may also cause hypertension. |
Re: This Are The Causes Of Hypertension. by Brownzola(m): 4:27am On Jun 14, 2015 |
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