Suara.com – Hypertension is a condition in which the blood pressure in the arteries is consistently too high.
If left untreated, it can lead to heart and circulatory diseases such as heart attack or stroke. However, hypertensive patients should be aware of Paraesthesia which is called a red flag. What is it, actually?
A study published in the journal Nature looked at the symptoms of hypertensive crises that differ according to their prevalence.
The study further investigated the hypertensive crisis profile for one year at the university referral hospital and conducted a literature review.
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This study monitored 362 patients presenting for emergency hospital care with a hypertensive crisis. One of the most common symptoms found in the study group was paresthesia.
Paresthesia is a sensation similar to a burning or stabbing sensation. The sensation is usually felt in the hands, arms, legs, or feet, but it can occur in other parts of the body.
This can occur without warning, is usually painless and is described as tingling or numbness, skin creeps, or itching.
LiveStrong says hypertension increases the risk of heart disease, heart attack, stroke and kidney disease.
“When uncontrolled, blood pressure levels can rise to the point where you start experiencing physical symptoms.
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“Some of the symptoms are nonspecific and may be ignored as a byproduct of some less serious condition or external cause.
“These include headache, fatigue, anxiety, confusion or forgetfulness, excessive sweating or dizziness.
“These symptoms can worsen acutely and, in some cases, cause sudden death.”
High blood pressure is often referred to as ‘the silent killer’, because the symptoms only tend to show up on their own if you have very high blood pressure.
The most common symptoms of high blood pressure include palpitations, finding blood in the urine, and severe headaches. It is very important for all adults over the age of 40 to check their blood pressure at least once every five years.
You can check your blood pressure by visiting your local drugstore or pharmacy
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