High Blood Pressure Symptoms

*Symptoms of High Blood Pressure*
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High blood pressure symptoms are associated with the secondary causes of high blood pressure (hypertension). Hypertension occurs in 10-15% of adults and is characterized by systolic blood pressure greater or equal to 140 mmhg or a diastolic blood pressure greater to or equal to 90 mmhg. About 90% of hypertension is considered essential, meaning there is no secondary cause. When secondary causes of high blood pressure occur, they can be seen in association with primary hyperaldosteronism, pheochromocytoma, cushing’s syndrome, and oral contraceptives. High blood pressure symptoms, when they do occur, can include headache, palpitations, excessive perspiration, claudication, frequent urination, and weakness. Keep in mind that the majority of people with hypertension do not have any high blood pressure symptoms. For this reason, screening blood pressure monitoring is the key to making the diagnosis. Non-pharmacologic treatment of high blood pressure includes weight loss, smoking cessation, regular exercise, and monitoring sodium intake.

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Symptoms of high blood pressure often do not lead directly to the underlying diagnosis and many symptoms can be misleading. Please review all concerns and information found on this website with your health care provider.