Primary hypertension is a form of high blood pressure that occurs as a result of factors that are not medical related.

What is the Pathology of Primary Hypertension?

The pathology of primary hypertension is:

-Etiology: The cause of primary hypertension is smoking, alcohol intake, obesity, stress, inactivity, and old age.

 -Genes involved: Unknown.

-Pathogenesis: The sequence of events that lead to primary hypertension is not fully clear but factors that lead to it are high plasma level of catecholamines, an increase in blood volume, arterial overfilling, arteriolar constriction, and increased cardiac output.

-Morphology: NA.

-Histology: NA.

How does Primary Hypertension Present? 

Patients with primary hypertension typically are female that are 20 to 60 years old. The symptoms, features, and clinical findings associated with primary hypertension include irregular heartbeat, dizziness, fatigue, dyspnea: severe headaches, visual disturbances, and chest pain.

How is Primary Hypertension Diagnosed? 

Primary hypertension is diagnosed by monitoring of the blood pressure and history taking.

How is Primary Hypertension Treated? 

Primary hypertension is treated by cessation of alcohol intake, maintaining a healthy weight, avoid smoking.

What is the Prognosis of Primary Hypertension?

The prognosis of primary hypertension is good, with a low mortality rate if one adheres to medication.