When to See a Doctor for Blood Pressure
A high or low blood pressure diagnosis can mean complete life changes in regard to health and diet. However, an early diagnosis and routine checkup for those with high or low blood pressure can mean the difference between a healthy life and serious health problems. If you are already diagnosed with abnormal blood pressure or think you may be experiencing symptoms it is important to know when a physician should be contacted.-
High Blood Pressure
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Approximately one out of three people have high blood pressure (hypertension) in the United States. High blood pressure is caused when blood pushing against the wall of the arteries is working too hard to get blood through. A normal blood pressure reading is approximately 120/75. High blood pressure is identified as a reading that reaches 140/90 or higher. It is important to note that high blood pressure often can cause no noticeable symptoms, which can make it difficult to detect. However, symptoms of high blood pressure that should be addressed by a doctor include dizziness, nausea, fatigue, headaches or blurred vision. All of these symptoms are clear signs that your blood pressure may require treatment and medication.
Low Blood Pressure
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Low blood pressure is identified as low blood flow traveling to the heart. Although this is not as serious a condition as high blood pressure, if left untreated it can still cause major problems. Low blood pressure problems that are left untreated can damage the major organs of the body. For this reason, being aware of signs and symptoms that require a doctor's attention is essential. These symptoms include dizziness, weakness and fatigue. More specific symptoms might be feeling light-headed after standing up or having tightness in the chest. Changes in behavior and energy should be noted.
Treatments
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For both abnormally low and high blood pressure there are available treatments Treatments can be either holistic or medicinal. Holistic treatments involve a change in diet, incorporating vitamins and supplements and getting plenty of exercise. If holistic treatments are not an option, a doctor will prescribe you the proper medication to either raise or lower your blood pressure level.
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