At Heritage IMS Hospital, the Hypertension Clinic specialize in the prevention, diagnosis, and long-term management of high blood pressure. Hypertension is a major risk factor for heart disease, stroke, kidney failure, and other serious conditions. Our clinic provides a patient-centered approach through advanced diagnostics, evidence-based treatments, and personalized care plans. Whether you have newly diagnosed high blood pressure or are struggling to control it, we’re here to help you regain control of your health and reduce your cardiovascular risk.
Hypertension, or high blood pressure, is a chronic medical condition where the force exerted by the blood against the walls of the arteries remains elevated over time. Blood pressure is measured in two values:
A normal blood pressure reading is typically below 120/80 mmHg. Hypertension is generally diagnosed when readings consistently exceed 140/90 mmHg.
There are two main types:
Several lifestyle and medical factors contribute to the development of high blood pressure:
Uncontrolled or poorly managed hypertension can lead to various complications, including:
Hypertension is often asymptomatic — many people don’t know they have it until a serious event occurs. When symptoms are present, they may include:
Note: These symptoms usually appear when blood pressure reaches dangerously high levels.
Hypertension typically does not resolve without intervention. However, with consistent lifestyle changes and medication (if needed), it can be effectively managed and even reversed in early cases.
If you are at risk or already diagnosed, we recommend checking your blood pressure at least once a week or as directed by your physician.
Limit high-sodium foods like processed snacks, canned soups, salty meats, pickles, and fast foods. Also reduce sugary drinks, alcohol, and red meat.
Yes, a family history of high blood pressure increases your risk. However, lifestyle modifications can significantly reduce that risk.
If left uncontrolled, hypertension can damage your heart, brain, kidneys, and eyes, leading to heart attacks, strokes, kidney failure, and vision loss.
Not always. Some patients are able to reduce or stop medications with successful lifestyle changes. Others may require lifelong treatment depending on the severity and cause.
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