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HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE NEWS
Cardiologist says blood pressure medicines ‘do not work’ unless the ‘root cause’ is addressed: ‘Chasing numbers with drugs ignores why…’
January 09, 2026 6:17 pm
An American cardiologist says blood pressure drugs lower numbers but miss the root cause. Expert explains what really drives hypertension—and when medicines are still necessary.
Why your blood pressure may be normal at home but high at the doctor's clinic
January 07, 2026 9:28 am
Follow the guidelines given by the doctor and keep the BP within the normal range
This is what happens to the heart, brain, kidney, and eyes when you have untreated high blood pressure
December 29, 2025 5:50 pm
No symptoms, serious risks: the long-term impact of uncontrolled hypertension.
'Is a blood pressure of 150/80 mmHg dangerous for those who are 65 years and older?'
December 22, 2025 5:28 pm
High blood pressure often has no symptoms. However, warning signs like frequent headaches, dizziness, chest discomfort, shortness of breath, or vision changes should prompt immediate medical advice
'Is a blood pressure of 170/110 mmHg too severe for a 23-year-old?'
December 24, 2025 8:54 am
What could cause such high blood pressure in someone so young? Expert answers
'My blood pressure in the morning usually is 130/90 mmHg, but at night it is elevated to 140/100 mmHg, 160/110 mmHg, 170/120 mmHg, or 180/120 mmHg. I am 31. Why is it so?'
December 09, 2025 10:28 am
A natural 'nocturnal dip' in blood pressure is essential for health, and if it is absent or reversed, that is a concern..
Surgeon recalls case of 32-year-old with hypertension who refused blood pressure medicine, ended up with stroke: 'He believed he had time'
December 08, 2025 4:25 pm
Consistent medication, regular check-ups, stress management, and good sleep patterns help keep blood pressure stable and prevent emergencies
'My blood pressure is 193/110. I went to urgent care, they reviewed stroke protocol and said I need to go to primary doctor which is weeks away. Am I in danger? I am 58'
November 11, 2025 6:28 pm
Start by monitoring your blood pressure twice daily, once in the morning and once in the evening.
'When blood pressure is high, what is the quickest way to bring it down without medication?'
November 06, 2025 6:25 pm
Those with severe hypertension or other medical issues like kidney disease or diabetes should seek medical evaluation
My patient had high blood sugar but slightly elevated BP. It impacted his kidneys: Why the diabetes-BP link matters
November 05, 2025 7:28 pm
Even a slight increase in creatinine levels can indicate that your kidneys are strained. The good news is, at this stage, it’s often reversible
HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE PHOTOS
What happens to the body when you have high blood pressure?
September 01, 2025 12:20 pm
Here's a list of things to look out for if you have high blood pressure.
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