My father, David Dwight, has hypertension. Hypertension is when the blood pressure in the arteries is higher than the healthy range. It causes more pressure on the walls of the arteries, and can cause scarring. Over time, major risks include elevated chances of stroke, kidney disease, coronary artery disease, and more. I had him answer a couple of questions (Click sound button)
How did you discover that you had HTN? At a doctor's appointment. I have a family history of hypertension so it is one of the important things the doctor was always looking for / tracking whenever I went to the doctor or had a check-up/physical.
What is life like with HTN? I have to take medicine daily to lower my blood pressure. When I eat right, exercise and keep my weight lower my blood pressure tends to be lower.
If you were to give someone advice on how to avoid this disease, what would you suggest? Eat healthy foods and never let yourself get out of shape or overweight.
How did you discover that you had HTN? At a doctor's appointment. I have a family history of hypertension so it is one of the important things the doctor was always looking for / tracking whenever I went to the doctor or had a check-up/physical.
What is life like with HTN? I have to take medicine daily to lower my blood pressure. When I eat right, exercise and keep my weight lower my blood pressure tends to be lower.
If you were to give someone advice on how to avoid this disease, what would you suggest? Eat healthy foods and never let yourself get out of shape or overweight.