Can overhydration lower blood pressure dangerously? That’s a question I’ve heard surprisingly often in clinic, and honestly, it’s a good one. I still remember a patient who came in worried because she was drinking nearly two gallons of water a day hoping to “flush out” her hypertension. She felt dizzy, tired, and kept needing to…
As an internal medicine physician specializing in hypertension management, I often encounter patients who don’t realize just how closely high blood pressure and electrolyte imbalance are connected. It’s not uncommon to see individuals with high blood pressure also experiencing issues with their electrolytes, and this relationship can sometimes make managing hypertension even more complex. In…
High blood pressure and electrolyte imbalance are two health concerns that often go hand in hand, and the connection between them is more important than many people realize. As a Hypertension expert, I’ve seen firsthand how small imbalances in your body’s electrolytes can contribute to high blood pressure or make it harder to manage. Electrolytes…
Ever had a painful muscle cramp strike out of nowhere? You know the type—one moment, you’re relaxing, and the next, your calf tightens up like a rock, leaving you scrambling for relief. If you’re dealing with hypertension (high blood pressure), you might be surprised to learn that those annoying cramps could be linked to your…