Cardiologist Evgeny Shlyakhto named two risk groups for the development of arterial hypertension (hypertension, AG). These are men over 55 and women over 65 with health problems.
— The maximum risk of developing hypertension is observed in men over 55 and women over 65 whose parents had hypertension, who smoke, are overweight or obese and have metabolic disorders (increased cholesterol, glucose, uric acid), the specialist noted.
Risk factors for the development of hypertension can be divided into unchangeable and changeable.
Unchangeable factors:
- age,
- gender,
- burdened heredity
Modifiable factors:
- overweight,
- smoking,
- physical inactivity,
- diabetes mellitus,
- psychoemotional stress.
To prevent the development of hypertension, sometimes it is enough to change your lifestyle.
Possible signs of hypertension:
- Frequent and severe headaches, especially in the occipital region.
- Feeling dizzy or slightly off balance.
- Constant fatigue and weakness.
- Difficulty breathing, especially during physical exertion.
- Blurred vision, “flies”.
- Frequent nosebleeds.
- Unpleasant sensations or pain in the chest.
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Important! The information is provided for reference purposes. Ask a specialist about contraindications and side effects and do not self-medicate under any circumstances. At the first signs of illness, consult a doctor.