Blood Pressure & Hypertension Treatment in Jamaica, Queens
We encourage patients with high blood pressure to visit regularly for treatment and check-ups.
What is Hypertension?
Hypertension, also known as high blood pressure, is a condition that affects billions of people worldwide.
High blood pressure, or hypertension, occurs when the blood pressure rises above 140/90. It is considered severe if the pressure exceeds 180/120. Most people do not know they have high blood pressure until an annual screening reveals an underlying issue.
What Symptoms are Connected to Hypertension?
- An enlarged heart
- A weakened heart
- Blood vessel narrowing
- Blood vessels in the eyes may bleed or rupture
- Aneurysms (atypical bulges in the walls of arteries)
How is Hypertension Treated?
We encourage lifestyle changes and prescribe high blood pressure medications such as beta-blockers, vasodilators, or ACE inhibitors. These treatments, combined with healthy lifestyle and behavioral changes, along with regular monitoring, can reduce blood pressure over time.
