Consult your healthcare provider if your blood pressure readings consistently fall in the elevated or hypertension stage 1 or 2 categories. High blood pressure often presents without any noticeable symptoms, so regular monitoring is essential even if you feel fine.
Seek immediate care if you experience:
- Severe headache
- Chest pain or difficulty breathing
- Vision problems
- Blood pressure readings in the hypertensive crisis range: systolic readings over 180 millimeters of mercury (mmHg) or diastolic readings over 120 mmHg
If you’re experiencing a hypertensive emergency, call 911 immediately. If left untreated, prolonged high blood pressure can cause irreversible organ damage.
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