Pulmonary Hypertension: Symptoms and Treatment

What is pulmonary hypertension? Pulmonary hypertension (PH) is an increase in blood pressure in the blood vessels that carry blood to the lungs. It is a rare lung disorder but a serious health problem. Pulmonary blood pressure is normally a lot lower than systemic blood pressure (delivering oxygen throughout the body from heart). Normal pulmonary-artery pressure is about 14 mm         Read More …

40% People Above 25 Years are Affected by High BP

Today I will speak about hypertension which is a major contributor to cardiovascular diseases and death in India and world wide. 40% people above 25 years are affected by high BP. It is interesting to note that majority of cases are preventable with grit and determination and firm commitments. One can lead healthy life style and maintain normal BP except         Read More …

Managing Blood Pressure

High blood pressure, also known as hypertension which affects millions also includes teens and children. An ideal BP level for an adult is less than or equal to 120/80. High blood pressure is 140/90 or higher. Various stages of hypertension are: * Normal: less than 120/80 * Prehypertension: 120/80 to 139/89 * High BP Stage 1: 140/90 to 159/99 *         Read More …