Hypertension (HTN)

The presence of blood pressure readings above the accepted normal values is known as Hypertension (HTN). Blood pressure more than 140/90mmHg is accepted as HTN. Hypertension is the leading cause of kidney damages, paralysis, bleeding in the brain, heart attack, and heart failure. The long-term presence of HTN leads to thickening of heart muscles, damage of eye vessels, and abnormal kidney function. Lifestyle modification including salt restriction along with medication is the mainstay of the treatment.
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