THE 2 ASSASSIN
CAUSES OF SUDDEN DEATH.
The causes of sudden death most people don’t know about.
It is very important to take our health very seriously and not to take think involving our health as a joke, let dive right into the topic.
The causes of sudden death most people don’t know about.
It is very important to take our health very seriously and not to take things involving our health as a joke, let dive right into the topic.
High blood pressure:
In this article, we look at the cause of high blood pressure and how to treat it.
High blood pressure also known as HBP is a condition in which the force of blood on the walls of the arteries is too high, it’s considered one of the most dangerous conditions as it has no symptoms. The condition can be hereditary sometimes, a problem in the body makes it difficult for the heart to pump blood. or can be caused by too much stress, one can live with this condition for years without knowing because you may never know on till the time is too late. That is why is best to get a checkup and be sure of yourself in order to be a victim of this deadly assassin. High blood pressure always start when the systolic or upper number is between 130 and 140 or a lower number between 80 and 90. If the blood pressure is too high, it can cause serious damage to the blood vessels. This can cause unwanted complications and can be life-threatening.
They include:
1. Stroke
2. Heart failure
3. Vision loss
Now let's talk about the sign:
People with high blood pressure will not experience symptoms that why it’s known as a “silent and slow killer”. Also once a person's blood pressure reaches about 180 or 190/ 120 or 130 mm Hg, it becomes a crisis and one with HB of this rate needs medical attention.
At this stage, one may experience:
• a headache
• dizziness
• nosebleeds
• breathlessness
• heart palpitations
There are ways to manage this condition and leave your everyday life. As we said earlier this condition does not often show any symptoms, but getting regular screening can help know when a person needs preventive measures. Sometimes the risk of high blood pressure may be different in males and females.
The thing that can increase the risk in females includes:
• Pregnancy
• Menopause
In order for all to be safe we all should follow the guidelines for checkups and attend all health checks for women mostly during pregnancy.
High blood pressure in teens:
Teenagers can develop high blood pressure due to obesity and other conditions. This condition may include vascular disease or kidney disease, take note that symptoms are all the same in every group
Known Causes
HBP can occur when there is a change in the body one can also be born with a specific genetic feature that causes a health condition.
HBP can affect people with:
• Obesity
• Lupus
• overactive thyroid
• type 2 diabetes
To mention a few...
Treatment to lower blood pressure
1. manage weight:
additional weight can put a strain on the heart and the cardiovascular system. Leading to high blood pressure. Monitoring your weight is a good way to lower the risk of getting other health problems.
2. Consume less salt:
A high salt intake can increase the risk of BP, reducing your salt intake may lower the risk of HBP.
3. Limit processed food:
As they are known to be high in salt and are unhealthy they can lead to weight gain and is a contributor to high blood pressure. Examples of processed food can be, many fast or fried foods, processed snacks, and processed meats.
4. Managing stress:
Managing stress is important for your health and your blood pressure. There are ways of relieving stress and it depends on the individual and can be e.g Talk Walk, Reading Books, And Mindfulness.
5. Getting enough sleep:
Not sleeping well may increase the risk of high blood pressure. It is also known that BP dips while one is sleeping. So if you don’t sleep well, you may not experience this.
High blood sugar level
High blood sugar known as hyperglycemia is very common in people who are diabetic. If untreated, chronic hyperglycemia can lead to more diabetes complications, such as damage to the nerve, and can cause eye disease and kidney damage.
What is hyperglycemia
Hyperglycemia happens when there is too much sugar (glucose) in the body it is also known as high sugar leave. This can happen when once body has little insulin and if it can’t be used properly.
Note: people who are diabetic usually experience hyperglycemia frequently.
Hyperglycemia that has not been treated for a long time can damage your nerves blood vessels tissues and organs
What is blood sugar?
Blood sugar mainly comes from carbohydrates in the food and drinks you consume. It's our body's main source of energy, high blood sugar happens due to lack of insulin resistance. And this leads to diabetes those who have diabetes are advised to use medications.
Signs and symptoms of hyperglycemia:
• Weight loss
• Fatigue
• Skin infection
• Vaginal yeast infections
• Blurred vision
• Headache
• Frequent peeing
It is better to see a doctor if you are experiencing any of these symptoms.it is highly important to monitor your sugar level regularly if you take medication for diabetes. Long-term diabetes can lead to death over time when left uncontrolled, it can cause harm to your nerves necessary for your heart and can also damage blood vessels which can lead to stroke and then death.
Conclusion:
Always make the time to see your doctor as it’s for the best. These two conditions can cause loss of life and another life-treating issue. Keeping up with your blood pressure medication is a good way of keeping your health in line, it is advisable to have a sphygmomanometer at home one you can use in case of emergency as there may be no doctor around. A glucose meter is a small device you can use to measure your blood sugar level.
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