Hypertension

Over 120 million American adults experience dangerously high blood pressure levels that puts them at higher risk for heart conditions and stroke. That is nearly more than half the adults in America, Yikes! To protect your health, rely on Dr. Ansari and the team at California Functional Internal Medicine Clinic in Mission Viejo, California. To schedule your Hypertension consultation and ensure your health is protected, book an appointment using the online scheduling tool now.

What should I know about hypertension?

Hypertension, or high blood pressure, is a chronic health condition caused by the pressure of blood against the walls of your blood vessels. You can learn a great deal from how your blood pressure changes when you are exercising, relaxing, or stressed.

Stress causes your blood pressure to increase, which may impact your initial readings when your primary care provider is checking you over. 

One of the benefits of having a physician you are comfortable with is more accurate testing. Dr. Ansari can diagnose you with hypertension if you have above-average blood pressure readings on at least two different visits to his office.

How does hypertension impact my heart health?

Hypertension increases your risk of having a stroke or a heart attack. If your blood puts too much pressure against your blood vessel walls, they stiffen and thicken, becoming less flexible. As a result, your heart must work harder to circulate your blood.

If your heart muscle must work harder, this leads to health problems like congestive heart failure (CHF) and coronary artery disease (CAD).

When should I talk to a doctor about hypertension?

Visit California Functional Internal Medicine Clinic if you have:

• Uncontrolled hypertension
• High cholesterol
• Higher-than-average blood pressure

If your blood pressure is too high, it can lead to heart problems. Dr. Ansari can help you mitigate your risk and pursue your best quality of life in the present.

Are there ways to decrease my hypertension risk?

Dr. Ansari customizes your treatment plan to meet your unique needs, carefully considering your test results, personal goals, and any related health complications. He can offer suggestions to decrease your risk, such as:

• Getting regular exercise
• Finding healthy ways to reduce stress
• Eating a heart-healthy diet

Dr. Ansari can also help you control your blood pressure by developing a medication therapy plan. As a primary care provider, he also provides expert care for related cardiovascular problems, such as high cholesterol.

Despite hypertension’s reputation as a “silent killer,” you don’t have to live with anxiety. Answers and concrete courses of action are near at hand. For expert hypertension management from an experienced team,  book an appointment online today.