Increase in blood pressure is a dangerous problem. If this is not controlled then there is a risk of heart attack to brain stroke. In some people it often exceeds 140. Meaning it remains between 140 mmHg to 150. Some people are worried about it while some even consider it normal, but is it really normal or is there a need to start medicine for it. Let us know about this from experts.
Dr. Ajit Jain in the Department of Medicine at GTB Hospital, Delhi. Let us tell you that if bp 140 If it remains above then it can be dangerous to ignore it. Generally BP 130/80 mmHg is considered normal, while a level above 140/90 is high blood pressure (hypertension). If this persists for a long time then there is a risk from heart to kidney and stroke. It can also have serious effects on health. This can cause many types of health problems simultaneously.
High BP disease occurring at young age
Dr. Jain says that earlier the disease of high BP was seen in people above 50 years of age, but now there are many such cases where it is happening to people of 30 to 35 years of age also. There are many reasons for this. Like bad eating habits, mental stress. In some cases, the problem of high BP can also be genetic, like if someone’s grandfather or father has it, then it can also be passed on to their children. In such a situation, it is necessary to check BP from time to time. If it remains more than 140 then it can cause considerable harm to the body.
What happens if BP is more than 140?
effect on eyesight
risk of heart failure
There may be a blood clot in the body
What symptoms are seen when BP is high?
severe headache
feel dizzy
heart palpitations
being tired
How to control high BP
take care of your diet
avoid fast food
exercise daily
Do not take mental stress