High Blood Pressure

Archive for April, 2010

Eclampsia is a serious condition related to high blood pressure caused by pregnancy. Similar to preeclampsia, eclampsia includes the presence of convlusions or coma and can be diagnosed with or without first having preeclampsia. Eclampsia is dangerous and must be treated immediately to avoid potentially dangerous complications

It is not uncommon for people with high blood pressure to also have asthma, because these are both common dieseases. Treating high blood pressure in the setting of existing asthma, though, presents some challenges. Learn about treatment options for patients with both high blood pressure and asthma, and which medicines to avoid.

Hydralazine is no longer used as a primary treatment for hypertension but remains an important option for certain types of patients. The only drug of its kind, hydralazine has some unique actions and side effects, and is not appropriate for everyone. Learn about the unique properties of hydralazine, when it might be useful, and important side effects.

Specific types of beta blockers can be used in patients with asthma and other breathing disorders. The special beta blockers are specific for the beta receptors in the cardiovascular system and tend not to block the ones in the lungs that can lead to asthma attacks and other breathing issues.

Pregnancy-induced high blood pressure is a treatable condition that usually results in a normal birth and healthy baby. Controlling the blood pressure and avoiding potential complications are essential to ensuring that everything progresses normally. Learn the treatment options available for gestational hypertension, and which drugs may be used safely during pregnancy.

Orthostatic hypotension, sometimes called positional hypotension, can cause rapid decreases in blood pressure after standing up. Usually a problem that affects older patients, orthostatic hypotension has several possible causes and treatments.

Folic acid is an essential nutrient that may provide some protection against high blood pressure. Explore the data behind the use of folic acid and learn how much you should be eating, as well as foods that are a good natural source of folic acid.

Preeclampsia is a potentially serious condition associated with pregnancy. Preeclampsia is a type of high blood pressure, but also involves other organ systems.

Many people have heard the common statement that a glass of red wine a day is good for the heart. But, is this really true? Discover what the health impacts of alcohol really are, and how to balance these against possible negative effects.

Blood pressure tends to increase as people get older, but may occur differently in each person.