{"id":1046,"date":"2023-02-20T12:16:35","date_gmt":"2023-02-20T12:16:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/patialaheart.com\/blog\/?p=1046"},"modified":"2023-03-03T07:13:26","modified_gmt":"2023-03-03T07:13:26","slug":"hypertensionhigh-bp-causes-symptoms-treatment","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/patialaheart.com\/blog\/hypertensionhigh-bp-causes-symptoms-treatment\/","title":{"rendered":"Hypertension(High BP): Causes, Symptoms, Treatment"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><b><i>Of the estimated 220 million people in India living with hypertension, only 12% have their blood pressure under control &#8211; says WHO. <\/i><\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hypertension, or High Blood Pressure, is not something that can be taken lightly. It is a serious problem and can become dangerous if not treated timely. It can put you at risk of developing other health issues, including; stroke, heart failure, and kidney failure.\u00a0<\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Taking the time to read through this entire blog will help you better understand hypertension and how to manage it.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/patialaheart.com\/blog\/hypertensionhigh-bp-causes-symptoms-treatment\/#What_is_High_Blood_Pressure\" >What is High Blood Pressure?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/patialaheart.com\/blog\/hypertensionhigh-bp-causes-symptoms-treatment\/#What_do_Blood_Pressure_Numbers_Mean\" >What do Blood Pressure Numbers Mean?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/patialaheart.com\/blog\/hypertensionhigh-bp-causes-symptoms-treatment\/#Types_of_High_Blood_Pressure_and_Their_Causes\" >Types of High Blood Pressure and Their Causes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/patialaheart.com\/blog\/hypertensionhigh-bp-causes-symptoms-treatment\/#Who_is_at_the_Higher_Risk_For_High_Blood_Pressure\" >Who is at the Higher Risk For High Blood Pressure?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/patialaheart.com\/blog\/hypertensionhigh-bp-causes-symptoms-treatment\/#Symptoms_of_High_Blood_Pressure\" >Symptoms of High Blood Pressure<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/patialaheart.com\/blog\/hypertensionhigh-bp-causes-symptoms-treatment\/#What_Can_Happen_If_Hypertension_is_Not_Treated_Correctly\" >What Can Happen If Hypertension is Not Treated Correctly?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/patialaheart.com\/blog\/hypertensionhigh-bp-causes-symptoms-treatment\/#Treatment_of_High_Blood_Pressure\" >Treatment of High Blood Pressure<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/patialaheart.com\/blog\/hypertensionhigh-bp-causes-symptoms-treatment\/#Final_Thoughts\" >Final Thoughts<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 style=\"font-size: 30px;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_High_Blood_Pressure\"><\/span><b>What is High Blood Pressure?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Blood pressure is a measurement of the pressure or force of the blood pushing against the blood vessel walls. When you are suffering from <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/patialaheart.com\/cardiology.php\"><b>hypertension<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, the pressure of blood pushing against the blood vessel walls is consistently too high. In the long run, high blood pressure causes continuous damage to your body, even though you may not realize it.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"font-size: 30px;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_do_Blood_Pressure_Numbers_Mean\"><\/span><b>What do Blood Pressure Numbers Mean?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can measure blood pressure with the help of two numbers. The top number is called systolic blood pressure, which measures the pressure in your arteries when your heart beats. The bottom number is called diastolic blood pressure, which measures the pressure in your arteries when your heart rests between beats. Blood pressure is generally measured in millimeters of mercury (mmHg).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If your measurement comes out to be 120 systolic and 80 diastolic, you can say 120\/80 mm Hg.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Generally, hypertension is a blood pressure reading of 130\/80 mm Hg or higher. You tend to have normal blood pressure if you have 120\/80 mm Hg or lower readings.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"font-size: 25px; color: #294694;\"><b>Stage 1 Hypertension:<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The top number ranges from 130 to 139 mm Hg, and the bottom number is between 80 and 89 mm Hg.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"font-size: 25px; color: #294694;\"><b>Stage 2 Hypertension:<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0The top number is 140 mm Hg or higher, or the bottom number is 90 mm Hg or higher.<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"new-cta-btn\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/patialaheart.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/calendar-1.png\" \/><a href=\"https:\/\/patialaheart.com\/contact-us.php\">Facing Any of these Symptoms Recurrently, Contact Us<\/a><\/div>\n<div><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If in case the blood pressure goes higher than 180\/ 120 mm Hg, this condition is considered a hypertensive emergency or crisis. You should seek urgent medical help. It is because untreated blood pressure increases the risk of heart attack or other severe health issues.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Every adult over the age of 18 should have a blood pressure check-up every two years, beginning at the age of 18. Some people might need more frequent check-ups.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"font-size: 30px;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Types_of_High_Blood_Pressure_and_Their_Causes\"><\/span><b>Types of High Blood Pressure and Their Causes<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After examining, your healthcare provider might diagnose you with any one of these two types:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"font-size: 25px; color: #294694;\"><b>Primary High Blood Pressure<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This type of high blood pressure is most common, and it is usually caused due to either an unhealthy lifestyle like not doing enough exercise, obesity, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/patialaheart.com\/diabetes.php\"><b>diabetes<\/b><\/a> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">or aging.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"font-size: 25px; color: #294694;\"><b>Secondary High Blood Pressure<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This is the second type of high blood pressure, and it is caused due to some medical problems such as kidney or hormonal problems, or sometimes regular medications can be the reason. Some of the conditions and medications that cause secondary high blood pressure are:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Adrenal gland tumors<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Blood vessel problems present at birth also called congenital heart defects<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cough and cold medicines, some pain relievers, birth control pills, and other prescription drugs<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Intoxicating drugs, such as cocaine and amphetamines<\/span><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/patialaheart.com\/nephrology.php\"><b>Kidney disease<\/b><\/a><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Obstructive sleep apnea<\/span><\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/patialaheart.com\/diabetes.php\">Thyroid problems<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 style=\"font-size: 30px;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Who_is_at_the_Higher_Risk_For_High_Blood_Pressure\"><\/span><b>Who is at the Higher Risk For High Blood Pressure?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">High blood pressure is commonly prevalent in recent times. A few risk factors, however, can put you at greater risk of high blood pressure. The following risk factors are:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Age<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Obesity<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Family history<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">High-salt diets<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Alcohol abuse<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some medications, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatories, also known as NSAIDs, some decongestants, weight loss medicines, and stimulants<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inactivity<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tobacco and illicit drug use<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 style=\"font-size: 30px;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Symptoms_of_High_Blood_Pressure\"><\/span><b>Symptoms of High Blood Pressure<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Most people with high blood pressure do not have any symptoms, even if their blood pressure increases to a dangerous level. Also, you may have high blood pressure for years and remain unaware of your condition. But a few people with high blood pressure may experience the following:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Moderate or Severe Headaches<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nose Bleeding<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Blurry or Double Vision<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fatigue<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nausea\/ Vomiting<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lightheadedness\/ fainting<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Palpitations<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Anxiety<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Feeling Pulsations in the Neck<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Shortness of Breath<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, these symptoms are not specific; your doctor can only tell you whether you have high blood pressure by taking a blood pressure reading.<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"new-cta-btn\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/patialaheart.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/calendar-1.png\" \/><a href=\"https:\/\/patialaheart.com\/contact-us.php\">Get More Information By Scheduling An Appointment.<\/a><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"font-size: 30px;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Can_Happen_If_Hypertension_is_Not_Treated_Correctly\"><\/span><b>What Can Happen If Hypertension is Not Treated Correctly?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">High blood pressure can be really serious if you are careless and can cause serious damage to your body. It may lead to the following health problems:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0Stroke<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/patialaheart.com\/cath-lab.php\"><b>Heart attack<\/b><\/a><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Peripheral vascular disease<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kidney disease\/failure<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Complications during pregnancy<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eye damage<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vascular dementia<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 style=\"font-size: 30px;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Treatment_of_High_Blood_Pressure\"><\/span><b>Treatment of High Blood Pressure<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The first line of treatment for treating hypertension is lifestyle changes. Other than that, there are a few medications that can treat it. Some recommendations are as follows:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"font-size: 25px; color: #294694;\"><b>Regular Physical Activity<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Every person, including the ones with high blood pressure, must do moderate exercise for 150 minutes a week. People can exercise for five days a week to remain healthy.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Suitable activities can be:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Jogging<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Aerobics<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Walking<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Swimming<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cycling<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 style=\"font-size: 25px; color: #294694;\"><b>Reduce Stress<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Avoiding and controlling stress can help you treat your high blood pressure. A few of the relaxation activities include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yoga<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Meditation<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Warm Baths<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Going on Long Walks<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 style=\"font-size: 25px; color: #294694;\"><b>Medications<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Doctors recommend certain <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/patialaheart.com\/internal-medicine.php\"><b>medications<\/b><\/a> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some people use specific medicines to treat their high blood pressure. Medicines usually recommended for hypertension are:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">diuretics, including thiazides, chlorthalidone, and indapamide<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">beta-blockers and alpha-blockers<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">calcium-channel blockers<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">central agonists<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">peripheral adrenergic inhibitor<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">vasodilators<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">angiotensin receptor blockers<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 style=\"font-size: 30px;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Final_Thoughts\"><\/span><b>Final Thoughts<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We hope this information has helped you and clarified your doubts about hypertension. If you think you have high BP, visit the best doctor available at the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/patialaheart.com\/\"><b>Patiala Heart Institute<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. We provide the best treatment and care to our patients.<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"new-cta-btn\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/patialaheart.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/calendar-1.png\" \/><a href=\"https:\/\/patialaheart.com\/contact-us.php\">Get More Information By Scheduling An Appointment.<\/a><\/div>\n<style>#sp-ea-1066 .spcollapsing { height: 0; overflow: hidden; transition-property: height;transition-duration: 300ms;}#sp-ea-1066.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single {margin-bottom: 10px; border: 1px solid #e2e2e2; }#sp-ea-1066.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single>.ea-header a {color: #444;}#sp-ea-1066.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single>.sp-collapse>.ea-body {background: #fff; color: #444;}#sp-ea-1066.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single {background: #eee;}#sp-ea-1066.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single>.ea-header a .ea-expand-icon { float: left; color: #444;font-size: 16px;}<\/style><div id=\"sp_easy_accordion-1776921941\"><div id=\"sp-ea-1066\" class=\"sp-ea-one sp-easy-accordion\" data-ea-active=\"ea-click\" data-ea-mode=\"vertical\" data-preloader=\"\" data-scroll-active-item=\"\" data-offset-to-scroll=\"0\"><div class=\"ea-card ea-expand sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-10660\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse10660\" aria-controls=\"collapse10660\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"true\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-minus\"><\/i> What happens if BP is too high?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse collapsed show\" id=\"collapse10660\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-1066\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-10660\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><b>High blood pressure can cause severe damage to your arteries by making them less tolerant<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">, decreasing the flow of blood and oxygen to the heart, which can cause heart disease. Also, decreased oxygen to the heart can cause chest pain, known as angina.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-10661\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse10661\" aria-controls=\"collapse10661\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> What should we do when BP is high?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse10661\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-1066\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-10661\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">If your blood pressure is high,<\/span><b> you should take a warm bath or shower, stay in there for at least 15 minutes and enjoy the warm water<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">. Also, you can do the breathing exercises by taking a deep breath from your core, holding it there for 2 seconds, and exhaling slowly.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-10662\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse10662\" aria-controls=\"collapse10662\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> Can drinking lots of water lower blood pressure?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse10662\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-1066\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-10662\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><b>Keeping yourself hydrated by drinking 6 to 8 glasses of water can help you keep your blood pressure under control<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">. Water makes up 73% of a human\u2019s heart, so no other liquid is better than water.<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-10663\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse10663\" aria-controls=\"collapse10663\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> Does coffee raise blood pressure?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse10663\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-1066\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-10663\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><b>Consuming more than 4 cups a day can raise your blood pressure<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">. 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