Question 1

how does high blood pressure contribute to cvd?

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Angina, strokes: High blood pressure on a chronic basis will lead to so many changes including endothelial dysfunction, hardening of the arteries, heart muscle thickness, congestive heart failure, kidney failure, heart attacks, strokes and so on. It is one of the most common preventable causes for these problems.

Question 2

does high blood pressure cause you to gain weight?

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No: High blood pressure does not cause weight gain. If associated with heart failure, weight may increase.

Question 3

how quickly does high blood pressure medication work?

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High BP meds: It depends on the type of medication and the amount. Some can work within minutes, others within weeks.

Question 4

how does high blood pressure negatively affect you health?

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In Maaaaaany ways: Healthy arteries are flexible, strong and elastic. Their inner lining is smooth so that blood flows freely. If you have high blood pressure, the increased pressure of blood flowing through your arteries gradually can cause:
1) Aneurysm
2) Artery damage and narrowing
3) Hypertrophy - Heart Failure
4) Coronary Artery disease
5) Strokes
6) Kidney and Eye problems
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Question 5

does high blood pressure/hypertension qualify for family medical leave and if so how high must the blood pressure be to qualify?

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Generally no: As a general rule no can be managed at most times at office. Anything that would qualify for fmla leave would also constitue emergency and hospitalization would be indicated.

Question 6

does high blood pressure appear suddenly or gradually. why would i have spikes of 130s when my normal throughout my life (54 yrs) is 108/70?

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BP: 'spikes' to 130 are no big deal, pressure is not a constant and 130 isn't very high.

Question 7

does high blood pressure effect an erection?

Accepted Answer

Possibly: High blood pressure may be associated with peripheral vascular disease which can be one cause of erectile dysfunction. Unfortunately some treatments for high blood pressure can also cause erectile dysfunction. If you have both problems, talk it over with your doctor.

Question 8

does high blood pressure cause head problems?

Accepted Answer

It can: High blood pressure can cause headaches, dizziness, cloudy thinking, and in worst case can lead to stroke.  If you have high blood pressure, be sure to follow up with your primary care physician to manage it with meds and lifestyle recommendations.

Question 9

does high blood pressure give u more anxiety?

Accepted Answer

Anxiety: High blood pressure usually has no symptoms. Anxiety isn't usually caused by it unless the anxious patient knows they have hypertension.

Question 10

does high blood pressure increase or decrease pulse?

Accepted Answer

Depends: It depends on the situation. For example, during exercise both the heart rate and blood pressure will increase. However, if the blood pressure rises at rest it can trigger a reflex which causes, bradycardia, or a slowing of the heart rate.

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