About Secondary Hypertension

Secondary hypertension, also known as essential hypertension, is a type of hypertension that occurs when the blood pressure remains consistently high despite efforts to lower it. This condition is often caused by various factors such as age, genetics, obesity, physical inactivity, and other health conditions such as diabetes and heart failure. Secondary hypertension can have serious consequences on a person's health, including heart disease, stroke, and kidney damage. It is important to have your blood pressure checked regularly and to manage it through lifestyle modifications such as quitting smoking, eating a healthy diet, and getting regular physical activity. If left untreated, secondary hypertension can lead to more serious complications.

Major Symptoms of Secondary Hypertension

Secondary hypertension, also known as benign hypertension, its main symptoms include:

1. Headache: Headache is one of the most common symptoms of benign hypertension, which may appear on the head, face, neck, back or shoulders.

2. Dizziness: Dizziness is one of the symptoms of high blood pressure, but it is usually mild in benign hypertension. You may feel dizzy when standing or walking.

3. Fatigue: Fatigue is one of the symptoms of high blood pressure, but it is usually mild in benign hypertension. You may feel tired or lazy in daily life.

4. Thirst: Thirst is one of the symptoms of high blood pressure, but it is usually mild in benign hypertension. You may only feel thirsty and drink water.

5. Insomnia: Insomnia is one of the symptoms of high blood pressure, but it is usually mild in benign hypertension. You may have difficulty falling asleep at night or feel insomnia when you wake up.

6. Decreased sexual function: Decreased sexual function is one of the symptoms of benign hypertension, and you may feel difficult or uncomfortable during sex.

7. Weight loss: Weight loss is one of the symptoms of benign hypertension and may occur after dietary changes or exercise.

8. Heart abnormalities: Benign hypertension may cause heart abnormalities, such as palpitations, angina, or myocardial infarction. If you experience palpitations, angina, or myocardial infarction, seek medical attention immediately.

Suitable Lifestyle for People with Secondary Hypertension

Secondary Hypertension refers to a type of high blood pressure, usually when blood pressure is above 140/90 mmHg. People with Secondary Hypertension should adopt the following lifestyle:

1. Measure blood pressure regularly: It is recommended to measure blood pressure at least once a day to understand changes in blood pressure and adjust lifestyle in a timely manner.

2. Control your diet: avoid high-salt, high-fat, and high-sugar foods, eat more vegetables, fruits, whole grains, and low-fat protein foods, control your food intake, and avoid overeating.

3. Reduce the intake of alcohol and caffeine: Alcohol and caffeine can cause blood pressure to rise and increase the risk of Secondary Hypertension. They should be avoided or reduced as much as possible.

4. Maintain psychological balance: Secondary Hypertension may be related to psychological stress, anxiety, depression and other emotions, so maintaining psychological balance, relieving emotional stress, and helping to control blood pressure.

5. Insist on moderate exercise: Moderate exercise can lower blood pressure, increase cardiopulmonary function, lose weight, improve body immunity, and help control Secondary Hypertension.

6. Regular examination: It is recommended to measure blood pressure at least once a year. If the blood pressure is higher than 140/90 mmHg, you should seek medical treatment in time and receive further treatment.

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