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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Labile hypertension | |||
| image = [[File:Hypertension-graphic-with-numbers.gif|250px]] | |||
| caption = Diagram illustrating blood pressure changes | |||
| field = [[Cardiology]] | |||
| symptoms = [[Fluctuating blood pressure]], [[headache]], [[dizziness]], [[palpitations]] | |||
| complications = [[Stroke]], [[heart attack]], [[kidney damage]] | |||
| onset = [[Adulthood]] | |||
| duration = [[Variable]] | |||
| causes = [[Stress]], [[anxiety]], [[dietary factors]], [[medications]] | |||
| risks = [[Family history]], [[smoking]], [[obesity]], [[sedentary lifestyle]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Blood pressure monitoring]], [[ambulatory blood pressure monitoring]] | |||
| differential = [[Essential hypertension]], [[pheochromocytoma]], [[white coat hypertension]] | |||
| treatment = [[Lifestyle modification]], [[medication]] | |||
| medication = [[Beta blockers]], [[calcium channel blockers]], [[ACE inhibitors]] | |||
| frequency = [[Common]] | |||
| deaths = [[Rare]] | |||
}} | |||
'''Labile Hypertension''' is a form of [[hypertension]] characterized by frequent, sudden fluctuations in blood pressure. These fluctuations can occur several times a day, and can range from normal to high blood pressure levels. | '''Labile Hypertension''' is a form of [[hypertension]] characterized by frequent, sudden fluctuations in blood pressure. These fluctuations can occur several times a day, and can range from normal to high blood pressure levels. | ||
== Causes == | == Causes == | ||
The exact cause of labile hypertension is unknown, but it is believed to be related to the body's [[autonomic nervous system]], which controls involuntary functions such as heart rate and blood pressure. Other factors that may contribute to labile hypertension include [[stress]], [[anxiety]], and certain [[medications]]. | The exact cause of labile hypertension is unknown, but it is believed to be related to the body's [[autonomic nervous system]], which controls involuntary functions such as heart rate and blood pressure. Other factors that may contribute to labile hypertension include [[stress]], [[anxiety]], and certain [[medications]]. | ||
== Symptoms == | == Symptoms == | ||
The symptoms of labile hypertension can vary greatly from person to person. Some people may experience no symptoms at all, while others may experience symptoms such as [[headaches]], [[dizziness]], and [[chest pain]]. In severe cases, labile hypertension can lead to [[stroke]] or [[heart attack]]. | The symptoms of labile hypertension can vary greatly from person to person. Some people may experience no symptoms at all, while others may experience symptoms such as [[headaches]], [[dizziness]], and [[chest pain]]. In severe cases, labile hypertension can lead to [[stroke]] or [[heart attack]]. | ||
== Diagnosis == | == Diagnosis == | ||
Labile hypertension is typically diagnosed through a series of [[blood pressure]] readings taken over a period of time. Other diagnostic tests may include a [[physical examination]], [[blood tests]], and [[urine tests]]. | Labile hypertension is typically diagnosed through a series of [[blood pressure]] readings taken over a period of time. Other diagnostic tests may include a [[physical examination]], [[blood tests]], and [[urine tests]]. | ||
== Treatment == | == Treatment == | ||
Treatment for labile hypertension typically involves lifestyle changes such as [[diet]] and [[exercise]], as well as medication to control blood pressure. In some cases, treatment may also involve addressing underlying conditions such as [[anxiety]] or [[depression]]. | Treatment for labile hypertension typically involves lifestyle changes such as [[diet]] and [[exercise]], as well as medication to control blood pressure. In some cases, treatment may also involve addressing underlying conditions such as [[anxiety]] or [[depression]]. | ||
== See Also == | == See Also == | ||
* [[Hypertension]] | * [[Hypertension]] | ||
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* [[Exercise]] | * [[Exercise]] | ||
* [[Depression (mood)|Depression]] | * [[Depression (mood)|Depression]] | ||
[[Category:Cardiovascular diseases]] | [[Category:Cardiovascular diseases]] | ||
[[Category:Hypertension]] | [[Category:Hypertension]] | ||
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| Labile hypertension | |
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| Synonyms | N/A |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Fluctuating blood pressure, headache, dizziness, palpitations |
| Complications | Stroke, heart attack, kidney damage |
| Onset | Adulthood |
| Duration | Variable |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Stress, anxiety, dietary factors, medications |
| Risks | Family history, smoking, obesity, sedentary lifestyle |
| Diagnosis | Blood pressure monitoring, ambulatory blood pressure monitoring |
| Differential diagnosis | Essential hypertension, pheochromocytoma, white coat hypertension |
| Prevention | N/A |
| Treatment | Lifestyle modification, medication |
| Medication | Beta blockers, calcium channel blockers, ACE inhibitors |
| Prognosis | N/A |
| Frequency | Common |
| Deaths | Rare |
Labile Hypertension is a form of hypertension characterized by frequent, sudden fluctuations in blood pressure. These fluctuations can occur several times a day, and can range from normal to high blood pressure levels.
Causes[edit]
The exact cause of labile hypertension is unknown, but it is believed to be related to the body's autonomic nervous system, which controls involuntary functions such as heart rate and blood pressure. Other factors that may contribute to labile hypertension include stress, anxiety, and certain medications.
Symptoms[edit]
The symptoms of labile hypertension can vary greatly from person to person. Some people may experience no symptoms at all, while others may experience symptoms such as headaches, dizziness, and chest pain. In severe cases, labile hypertension can lead to stroke or heart attack.
Diagnosis[edit]
Labile hypertension is typically diagnosed through a series of blood pressure readings taken over a period of time. Other diagnostic tests may include a physical examination, blood tests, and urine tests.
Treatment[edit]
Treatment for labile hypertension typically involves lifestyle changes such as diet and exercise, as well as medication to control blood pressure. In some cases, treatment may also involve addressing underlying conditions such as anxiety or depression.
