Hypertension
Before any noticeable symptoms appear, it's helpful to keep in mind that hypertension is a sustained increase in the pressure that blood exerts on the walls of the arteries. It usually causes no symptoms, so many people are unaware of it until a checkup.
Why it matters to address it: When left uncontrolled, it can overload the heart, the kidneys, and other organs over time.
Signs to watch for: In some cases, headaches, dizziness, or ringing in the ears are reported, though their absence does not rule out the condition.
Which specialist treats it? The cardiologist and the internist are the professionals who typically evaluate and follow up on blood pressure; the nephrologist is involved when there is kidney involvement. It's worth checking your blood pressure regularly and, if the readings are high, scheduling a visit for a proper evaluation.
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Doctors specialized in hypertension
Dra. Marisela Quintero Luzanilla
Dr. Erick Bautista
Dr. José Smeke Befeler
Dr. Roberto Heredia Pineda
Dr. Abel Alberto Pavía López
Dr. Miguel Angel Escobedo Robledo
Dr. Jose Antonio Zamora Lomelí
Dra. Adia Carrillo Pacheco
Dr. Mauricio Enrique Zaragoza Perez
Dr. Carlos Manuel Diaz Contreras Piedras
Dr. Carlos Manuel Diaz Contreras Piedras
Dr. Bernardo Rivas De Leon
Dr. Leopoldo Vazquez Estrada
Dr. Víctor José Becerra Durango
Dr. Joaquín Gerardo Joya Galeana
Dr. Joern Walter Fritz Kauffmann
Dr. Dulce Edith Peña Prado
Dr. José Alvaro Burgos Zuleta
Dra. Maria Teresa Márquez Cristino
Dr. Lorenzo Rish Fein
Frequently asked questions
What is hypertension?
Before any noticeable symptoms appear, it's helpful to keep in mind that hypertension is a sustained increase in the pressure that blood exerts on the walls of the arteries. It usually causes no symptoms, so many people are unaware of it until a checkup.
Which doctor treats hypertension?
Hypertension is usually treated by specialists in acupuncturist, allergist, anatomical pathologist, anesthesiologist, angiologist, cardiologist, pediatric cardiologist, cardiovascular and thoracic surgeon, general surgeon, plastic surgeon, diabetologist, endocrinologist, pediatric endocrinologist, endoscopist, nurse, physiotherapist, gastroenterologist, geneticist, geriatrician, gynecologist.