{"id":946,"date":"2025-05-25T22:38:04","date_gmt":"2025-05-25T22:38:04","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/brivona.themetechmount.com\/?p=946"},"modified":"2025-05-30T09:44:45","modified_gmt":"2025-05-30T09:44:45","slug":"hypertension","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.clinicahispanavidasana.com\/en\/hypertension\/","title":{"rendered":"Are you hypertensive without knowing it?"},"content":{"rendered":"

Do you know why it\u2019s vital to detect hypertension early?<\/strong><\/p>\n

Hypertension, or high blood pressure, is known as \"the silent killer\" because many people have it without even knowing. It usually doesn\u2019t cause noticeable symptoms at first, but over time it can lead to serious damage in the body if left untreated.<\/p>\n

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What is hypertension?<\/strong><\/p>\n

Hypertension is a condition in which the force of the blood against your artery walls is higher than normal. This extra pressure forces the heart to work harder, and over time, it can cause heart disease, kidney damage, vision problems, and even strokes.<\/p>\n

Why is it so important to know if I have high blood pressure?<\/strong><\/p>\n

Because you can have high blood pressure and feel perfectly fine.<\/strong> Many people only discover they are hypertensive after a medical emergency.<\/strong>Identifying it early allows you to:<\/p>\n

\u2705 Start treatment before complications arise
\u2705 Make lifestyle changes to improve your health
\u2705 Protect your heart, brain, and vital organs
\u2705 Live longer and with a better quality of life<\/p>\n

Am I at risk of hypertension?<\/strong><\/p>\n

You should monitor your blood pressure regularly if:<\/p>\n