Blood pressure (BP) readings are a key part of understanding your heart health. You may have seen two numbers, like 120/80, written down at a doctor’s visit and wondered what they mean. Knowing how to explain BP readings can help you take better care of yourself and recognize early signs of health problems. This guide…
When it comes to hypertension warning signs, most people assume they’d know if something was wrong. I get it—high blood pressure doesn’t always come with flashing red lights. In my years of practicing internal medicine, especially in managing hypertension, I’ve seen how deceptively silent this condition can be. Many of my patients were walking around…
So, What’s the Deal with Stress and Blood Pressure? 🤔 We all deal with stress, right? Whether it’s work piling up, family stuff, or just the crazy fast pace of life, stress is pretty much unavoidable. But here’s the kicker: when stress starts sticking around and turns into chronic stress, it can seriously mess with…