13 July, 2023
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High Blood Pressure in Young Adults: Causes and Solution

Introduction

In today’s world, high blood pressure has become a leading health issue that raises great concern in people of diverse age groups. This prevalent medical issue of high blood pressure severely impacts the arteries in the body. It has also been conferred the name of hypertension. In this condition, blood exerts constant pressure on the artery walls, so the heart has to work harder to pump blood. A blood pressure level of 130/80 millimetres of mercury (mm Hg) or greater is considered hypertension. High blood pressure poses the threat of heart attack, stroke, and other significant health issues if left untreated.

So, from a very early age, it is crucial to monitor blood pressure levels, and any Walk in Clinic can help the patients check and diagnose the anomalies. Leading a healthy lifestyle can help prevent high blood pressure. It requires giving up harmful habits like smoking, and instead, one must resort to exercising and a healthy diet. In severe cases, medication alone can help the patient lower blood pressure.

Causes

  • It is being observed that young adults are developing hypertension traits from an early age owing to the lack of discipline in life and habits- unhealthy food preferences and lack of exercise. In the case of Primary hypertension or essential hypertension, there is no definite causative agent. With age, plaques develop in the arteries leading to a condition called atherosclerosis that blocks the flow of blood and enhances the chances of high blood pressure.
  • However, in the case of Secondary hypertension, it surfaces all of a sudden and exerts pressure on artery walls. Certain medical conditions that lead to this secondary hypertension are congenital heart malformations, adrenal gland tumours, thyroid issues, and kidney failure. Again, substance abuse, consumption of birth control pills, and pain relievers also lead to this medical condition.

Solution

Introducing positive lifestyle changes is the only solution to avert this health risk. For instance, consuming healthy food with less salt and giving up alcohol and smoking can help maintain normal blood pressure levels. It must be teamed with regular physical activities and nine hours of sleep. However, the ones suffering from severe stages of hypertension need to resort to medications that are easily available at any Walk-in Clinic in Niagara and Welland.

Some of the most commonly prescribed medicines for high blood pressure are Diuretics (water pills) that remove salt and water from the body, Calcium channel inhibitors that relax the blood vessel muscles and Inhibitors of angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE).

Final Thought

So it may be concluded that adhering to a healthy lifestyle can help avoid numerous health issues, including hypertension. The awareness of the problem can alert young adults to stay true to the health regime and prevent exposure to health risks. At the same time, regular check-ups at any Walk-in Clinic may prove beneficial as well.

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First time there. Appt made 24 hrs ahead. I showed up 5 mins early for 4:15 appt. Waiting room empty. Three staff manning desk. Barely sat down when I was called in to triage. Explained my injury, X-Ray requisition printed, over to X-Ray across the hall, 3 mins there, back to office. Doc shows up 30 secs later, to examine, checks x-rays, diagnosis, prognosis and instructions, and on my way.
In and out in 14 minutes. Everyone was friendly, professional and efficient. Pretty remarkable, I’d say.

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