HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE: EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW (Understanding Chronic Health Conditions) - Softcover

HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE : EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - High Blood PressureEverything You Need to Know to Understand, Prevent, and Control High Blood PressureArterial hypertension is one of the most common chronic diseases worldwide and a leading cause of heart attack, stroke, kidney failure, and premature death. It often develops silently, without noticeable symptoms for many years, making it a major public health challenge.This book has been written for the general public with the purpose of explaining, in a clear, simple, and evidence-based manner, the most important aspects of arterial hypertension. Through accessible language and practical examples, readers will gain an understanding of how blood pressure works, the factors that contribute to the development of hypertension, how it is accurately diagnosed, and the most effective strategies for its prevention and treatment.Within its pages, you will find up-to-date information on the classification of arterial hypertension, white coat hypertension, masked hypertension, resistant hypertension, hypertensive emergencies, orthostatic hypotension, the medical evaluation of individuals with hypertension, associated medical conditions, and hypertension during pregnancy.In addition, the book provides a detailed explanation of prevention strategies, including healthy eating, the DASH diet, regular physical activity, weight management, sodium reduction, and the importance of maintaining healthy lifestyle habits to protect the heart, brain, kidneys, and blood vessels.In This Book You Will Learn: - What arterial hypertension is and how it is classified.- How to measure blood pressure correctly.- The risk factors that contribute to the development of hypertension.- What happens in the body when hypertension develops.- How to recognize the different forms of hypertension.- The medical tests commonly used to evaluate people with hypertension.- How to prevent cardiovascular complications.- Lifestyle changes that can help control blood pressure.- The most commonly used medications for treating hypertension.- What you should know about hypertension during pregnancy.- How to reduce the risk of heart attack, stroke, and kidney disease.Whether you have been diagnosed with hypertension, have family members affected by this condition, or simply want to learn how to protect your cardiovascular health, this book will provide you with the essential knowledge needed to make informed decisions and improve your quality of life.A practical, easy-to-understand, and science-based guide to understanding, preventing, and controlling arterial hypertension. Artikel-Nr. 9798184327921

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