Hypertension Medical Reference
- Quit Smoking for Your Heart’s Sake
Smokers are more likely to develop high blood pressure and heart disease. Here are some tips to help you quit smoking.
- Beta-Blockers for High Blood Pressure
Beta-blockers slow down your heart and ease its pumping strength. What should you know about taking them? What side effects could you have?
- Causes of High Blood Pressure
WebMD experts explain the causes of high blood pressure.
- High Blood Pressure Medication Guidelines
WebMD offers guidelines for taking prescription drugs to treat high blood pressure.
- High Blood Pressure and Hypertensive Heart Disease
Learn how hypertensive heart disease, the leading cause of death linked to high blood pressure, impacts heart health and treatment options.
- High Blood Pressure and ACE Inhibitors
Learn more from WebMD about the use of ACE inhibitors for high blood pressure.
- Diuretics (Water Pills) for High Blood Pressure
Diurectics are often the first medication to try for high blood pressure (hypertension). They help your body get rid of extra water and salt. What should you know about taking them?
- Frequently Asked Questions About High Blood Pressure
WebMD answers common questions about high blood pressure, including causes, treatments, and diet.
- Symptoms of High Blood Pressure
Symptoms of hypertension (high blood pressure) are usually silent. WebMD tells you more.
- Medications That Cause High Blood Pressure
Learn more from WebMD about which medications might cause high blood pressure or interfere with your hypertension drugs.
- An Overview of High Blood Pressure Treatment
WebMD tells you how to cope with high blood pressure, including lifestyle changes, drugs, and follow-up with your doctor.
- Understanding High Blood Pressure -- Symptoms
WebMD's guide to the symptoms of high blood pressure.
