High Blood Pressure (Hypertension) 

Picture
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is a condition in which the blood pressure stays high regularly.  
Causes
There are many causes of high blood pressure, your chances of developing high blood pressure is increased with:
  • Smoking
  • High blood cholesterol
  • Being overweight
  • Physical inactivity
  • High salt intake 
  • Diabetes
  • Family history of high blood pressure
  • High alcohol intake
  • Kidney disease
  • Chronic stress
If you think you may have high blood pressure, please contact Dr. Linda Gedeon for proper evaluation and to discuss the best treatment options for you.