Heart attack or stroke: High blood pressure can cause hardening and thickening of the arteries which can lead to heart attack. About 7 of every people having their first heart attack have high blood pressure. It also the single most important risk factor stroke. It causes about 50% of ischemic strokes and also increases the risk of hemorrhagic stroke. About 8 of every 10 people having their first stroke have high blood pressure.
An aneurysm: Increased blood pressure can cause blood vessels to weaken and bulge, forming an aneurysm. If an aneurysm ruptures, it can be life-threatening.
Heart failure: To pump blood against the higher pressure in vessels, heart muscles thicken. Eventually, the thickened muscle may have a hard time pumping enough blood to meet body’s needs, which can lead to heart failure. About 7 of every 10 people with chronic heart failure have high blood pressure.
Organ malfunction: Weakened and narrowed blood
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Age appropriate education can help alleviate some of the emotional response typical in young adults who have diagnosed with chronic illness. Health workers and Professional Social Workers should provide awareness regarding the risk factors of chronic illness because the blood pressure can be lead to chronic illness. The people can be suggested to imply proper lifestyle such as diet and exercise, in addition to medication. Regular physical activity reduces the risk for developing this illness. The blood pressure can be controlled by prioritizing the things and taking proper treatment.
The community care models should be implied in these areas where it is networking and taking care of communities mainly by providing information and awareness regarding the symptoms of chronic illness.
Support groups can be formed in the communities to provide current accurate information about the illness and helping alleviate the uncertainty associated with chronic