What Does A High Blood Metal Factor Mean?
- High Blood Pressure - Risk Factors
- Highlights
- Introduction
- Causes
- Risk Factors
- Diagnosis
- Complications
Symptoms
High blood pressure is often called the "silent killer" because it usually produces no symptoms until vital organs like the heart, brain, and kidneys are damaged. Hypertension increases slowly over the years. Everyone 18 years and older should have their blood pressure measured on a regular basis. It is particularly important for anyone with risk factors to have their blood pressure checked regularly and to make appropriate lifestyle changes. Such recommendations are especially...
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