High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
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High blood pressure, or hypertension, is the sustained increase in the force with which blood circulates through the arteries, which over time can place greater demand on the heart and blood vessels.
Why monitor it: It usually causes no symptoms for a long time, so periodic measurement of blood pressure is the best way to detect it.
Associated factors: Family history, being overweight, high salt intake, a sedentary lifestyle, and stress are related to its appearance.
Which specialist treats it? The general practitioner carries out the routine follow-up, and the cardiologist or the internist step in when a more detailed approach is required. Checking your blood pressure regularly and discussing the results with a professional helps take care of cardiovascular health.
Data on 3,821 doctors who treat high blood pressure (hypertension)
Which specialist treats high blood pressure (hypertension)?
High blood pressure (hypertension) should be evaluated by an internist or a cardiologist, who determine treatment; a general practitioner, an endocrinologist, or a rheumatologist may assist depending on the cause, and a pediatric cardiologist treats children.
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Doctors specialized in high blood pressure (hypertension)
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
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Dr. Aldo Mauricio Cruz Hernández
Dr. Cristian Eduardo Flores Aceves
Dr. Silvia Caballero Delgado
Dr. Alan Osmar Alanís Cruz
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Rubén López Muñoz
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Nitza Pérez Martínez
Dr. Jazmin Rojas Romero
Dr. Jorge Luis Denis Bravo
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Alma Delia Mejía Rendón
Dr. Karen Arlette Rivera Méndez
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. Matilde Ruiz Rodríguez
Dr. José Luis Lucho Hernández
Frequently asked questions
What is high blood pressure (hypertension)?
High blood pressure, or hypertension, is the sustained increase in the force with which blood circulates through the arteries, which over time can place greater demand on the heart and blood vessels.
Which doctor treats high blood pressure (hypertension)?
High blood pressure (hypertension) should be evaluated by an internist or a cardiologist, who determine treatment; a general practitioner, an endocrinologist, or a rheumatologist may assist depending on the cause, and a pediatric cardiologist treats children.