Category : Hypertension : Health & Medical

Hypertension and Stress

Hypertension
Nobody can actually say that stress is the cause of high blood pressure. There are those who lead very stress-filled lives and never have high blood pressure. However, most doctors agree that stress can be a contributing factor to hypertension, as can smoking, obesity, and a sedentary lifestyle.

Blood Pressure Medication

Hypertension
If you are suffering from high blood pressure, otherwise called hypertension, and you failed to control it by making lifestyle changes, then you will probably be taking blood pressure medication. This medication is important to hold the 'Silent Killer' at bay. Therefore, it is equally vita

Aldosterone in Urine

Hypertension
An aldosterone test measures the level of aldosterone (a hormone made by the adrenal glands ),in the urine. Aldosterone helps regulate sodium and potassium levels in the body. This helps control blood pressure and the balance of fluids and electrolytes in the blood. The kidney hormone renin ...