Signs and Symptoms of Hypertension

Signs and Symptoms of Hypertension

ESSENTIAL HYPERTENSION IS OFTEN CALLED THE "SILENT KILLER" BECAUSE MANY PERSONS WITH ELEVATED BLOOD PRESSURE HAVE NO SYMPTOMS AT ALL. THE LONGER THE CONDITION PERSISTS WITHOUT CLINICAL RECOGNITION AND SUBSEQUENT MANAGEMENT, THE GREATER THE RISK OF DEVELOPING COMPLICATIONS.

However, patients with markedly elevated blood pressure may experience symptoms such as:

• Mild or pounding headaches
• Dizziness
• Hazy vision
• Nausea
• Ringing in ears
• Chest pain
• Confusion
• Vomiting

If you currently have these symptoms please see a healthcare professional as soon as possible for clinical evaluation.

On the other hand, the causes of secondary hypertension for example kidney and endocrine disorders are associated with various symptoms and signs. Symptoms vary with severity of the disease condition and may include:

• Fatigue
• Excessive sweating
• Headaches
• Chest pains
• Nausea.

Treating the underlying cause of the hypertension alleviates the symptoms and reduces blood pressure levels.