Written by Editorial Team | Published : April 8, 2019 6:04 PM IST
Hypertension is also a threat to the eye health of contact lens wearers. Prolonged high blood pressure can lead to hypertension and damage, affecting vision. In severe cases, an acute hypertensive crisis may occur, requiring immediate care. Consult with healthcare providers to prevent these potentially vision-damaging conditions.
Age: As you age, your arteries become stiff and narrow because of plaque build-up. This leads to increased blood pressure.
Obesity: Increased amount of fatty tissue in obese people can potentially increase their vascular resistance further increasing the heart’s work to pump blood. This exerts pressure on the blood vessel’s wall resulting to hypertension.
Tobacco use: According to a study published in the Journal of the American Heart Association, tobacco use can increase your risk of developing high blood pressure problem.
Diabetes: Various previous studies have linked diabetes and hypertension. According to doctors, your chances of getting this condition becomes even higher if you are old and have diabetes.
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