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Does Tension Increase Blood Pressure?

Hi ,
Can head tensions be accompanied with hypertension /? I went to the emergency yesterday . My blood pressure was 168 /108 . I had pain at the back of the head. The doctor told me it is head tension. But I am concerned about the levels of blood pressure. Does head tension increase levels? Thank you
Mon, 18 May 2015
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I have gone through your question and
Appreciate your concern.
Blood pressure is common problem.
Accumulation of cholesterol in
Blood vessels lead to hypertension.
Head tension stress also can cause
Hypertension.
Sedentary life style junk food and stress
All can lead to hypertension.
Get ur cholesterol levels checked.
Continue ur antihypertensive medication
Along with lipid lowering drugs and aspirin
After consultation with cardiologist.
Exercise regularly.
Healthy food like fruits and vegetables
Should be taken.
Thanks.
U can write me back for any query.
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Does Tension Increase Blood Pressure?

I have gone through your question and Appreciate your concern. Blood pressure is common problem. Accumulation of cholesterol in Blood vessels lead to hypertension. Head tension stress also can cause Hypertension. Sedentary life style junk food and stress All can lead to hypertension. Get ur cholesterol levels checked. Continue ur antihypertensive medication Along with lipid lowering drugs and aspirin After consultation with cardiologist. Exercise regularly. Healthy food like fruits and vegetables Should be taken. Thanks. U can write me back for any query.