Why would a 6 year old have high blood pressure?

Why would a 6 year old have high blood pressure?

High blood pressure in children younger than 6 years old is usually caused by another medical condition. Older children can develop high blood pressure for the same reasons adults do — excess weight, poor nutrition and lack of exercise. But for some children, medications may be necessary.

What does high blood pressure in children mean?

High blood pressure, or hypertension, is when the force of the blood pushing on the blood vessel walls is too high. When someone has high blood pressure: The heart has to pump harder. The arteries (blood vessels that carry the blood away from the heart) are under greater strain as they carry blood.

Can hypertension be cured?

Hypertension is a chronic disease. It can be controlled with medication, but it cannot be cured. Therefore, patients need to continue with the treatment and lifestyle modifications as advised by their doctor, and attend regular medical follow up, usually for life.

How do u feel when blood pressure is high?

What are the symptoms of high blood pressure? In some cases, people with high blood pressure may have a pounding feeling in their head or chest, a feeling of lightheadedness or dizziness, or other signs. Without symptoms, people with high blood pressure may go years without knowing they have the condition.