Hypertension A Silent Killer
Hypertension is main health concern in many countries. It is major contributor for cardiovascular diseases and stroke, the leading cause of death today. Its prevalence vary among various regions of the world. Hypertension has five types like primary, secondary, malignant, gestational and white coat. Its symptoms include dizziness, neck pain, blurred vision, nose bleeding, vomiting, anxiety and chest pain. There are several causes for hypertension like biological, genetics, sedentary lifestyle, socioeconomic issues, various drugs and diseases and irregular sleep. Medications should use to treat hypertension but as medicines have certain side effects so there are some natural herbs having hypotensive property like Kudzu, garlic, celery, hawthorns, lavender, basil and many others. Knowledge about hypertension and its problems is not only necessary for the patient but should also be conveyed to common people of both low and high living standard. It is vital for all of us to realize the seriousness of hypertension as a disease because it is a multifactorial disorder. To increase awareness about hypertension among common people proper awareness campaigns are the need of time. Abbreviations: BP Blood Pressure ANS Autonomic Nervous System ACEI Angiotens