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Cardiovascular diseases
Arterial Hypertension
High blood pressure often has no symptoms.
What is it
Blood pressure varies naturally throughout the day. But when it remains elevated in repeated correct measurements, arterial hypertension may be present.
Because it very often causes no symptoms, diagnosis is not based on how someone feels but on reliable measurements and overall assessment.
Because it matters
Unregulated hypertension gradually stresses the blood vessels and increases the risk of cardiovascular and cerebrovascular events, heart failure and kidney damage.
Early recognition and proper management are a key part of cardiovascular prevention.
How is the evaluation done?
We don't necessarily rely on one measurement in the doctor's office.
Depending on the case, the following are evaluated:
- measurements at the doctor's office
- measurements at home
- 24-hour blood pressure monitoring when needed
- cardiovascular risk factors
- potential effect on target organs
- co-morbidities and medication.
How it is treated and monitored
Treatment is individualized. It may include lifestyle changes and, when indicated, drug therapy.
The frequency of rechecking depends on blood pressure values, overall cardiovascular risk, treatment and response to it.
When is an immediate assessment needed?
A high reading alone does not determine whether it is an emergency.
Very high blood pressure accompanied by severe symptoms, such as severe chest pain, shortness of breath, a new neurological symptom, or a significant worsening of the condition, needs immediate medical evaluation.
In case of emergency call it 112 or the 166. Do not wait for a response from the contact form.