There is no-way to know whether a person is having a hypertension or not. At least there are no specific symptoms that provide any kind of indications. The only way to know about hypertension is through regular checkups. Hypertension is a life-style disease and can be caused by various factors. It is always beneficial to get blood pressure check on monthly basis. In addition, if you are suffering with hypertension, then it is suggested to check blood pressure daily or as per doctor’s recommendations.

High Blood Pressure Symptoms

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For a person suffering from hypertension, the blood pressure is not high all the time. However, if it rises, a person might have any of the following symptoms.

  1. Severe anxiety/causes confusion
  2. Shortness of breath:
  3. Irregular heartbeat
  4. Nosebleed
  5. Severe headache
  6. Blurry vision
  7. Chest pain
  8. Blood in urine
  9. Pounding in chest, ears or neck

If hypertension is not treated properly, it may lead to heart diseases, stroke, kidney failure, eye problem. There are many natural remedies which can help to lower blood pressure.