Most people with hypertension are unaware that they have a health problem because it may show no obvious symptoms. However, when these 7 symptoms occur, you mustn’t ignore them. 

Chest Pain

You should always take chest pain seriously, no matter how mild it is. Your chest pain can signify many serious health conditions, including hypertension. The pain you feel may suggest that your heart has difficulty pushing blood through blood vessels. So, if you feel chest pain, don’t dismiss it and seek medical help to get evaluated. 

Nosebleeds

Nosebleeds can occur for various reasons. Maybe you have a fragile blood vessel that bleeds easily or an infection in your nose lining. But, don’t dismiss nosebleeds as they can happen to people with high blood pressure. If it happens regularly, you should ask for medical help.

Changes in vision

High blood pressure can harm your eyesight as it affects your eyes’ blood vessels. If you suddenly feel a sudden change in your vision, like blurriness or blindness, it may be because of hypertension.

Shortness of breath and dizziness

Shortness of breath and dizziness after a mild physical activity could mean many things. Maybe you haven’t been active for a while or have other respiratory conditions. But still, it is one of the common symptoms of hypertension.

Chronic fatigue

It’s normal to get tired. But if it’s happening more often and affects your daily life, it may be a sign of hypertension. Because hypertension can cause your arteries to thicken and narrow, making your blood flow difficult. And when you have poor blood flow, it can affect your energy levels. 

Headaches

In most cases, hypertension doesn’t cause headaches. However, when you have a severe headache paired with shortness of breath or chest pain, your blood pressure may be extremely high.

Nausea or vomiting

When your blood pressure reaches about 180/120 mm Hg, you may experience a severe headache, nausea, and vomiting. These may develop suddenly and require immediate medical attention.

Conclusion

These may be the common signs of hypertension that you shouldn’t ignore, but there’s no better way to know for sure than knowing your numbers. 

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