A hypertensive crisis shows up when there is a sudden spike inblood pressureto dangerous levels.
Hypertensive Urgency
While hypertensive urgencies are common, major complications associated with them are uncommon.
An emergency hypertensive crisis could also mean life-threatening complications.
This results from increased blood pressure that further adds to the burden of thecirculatory systemand decreases its effectiveness.
Significant increases in blood pressure can also cause fluid to accumulate in the lungs and complicate breathing.
A hypertensive crisis can put you at risk for eye damage, seizures, and brain damage.
These crises are also common in Blacks, men, and people who smoke.
Some health conditions and medications can increase a persons risk for a hypertensive crisis.
Medical history: A brief history will be taken upon admission to the emergency room.
Blood and urine tests are often done to find out how well the liver and kidneys are functioning.
High blood pressure can cause damage to both organs.
Treatment
A hypertensive crisis can be life-threatening and require immediate medical intervention.
Your healthcare provider will also recommend regular checkups to monitor blood pressure and continuing to take your medications regularly.
Bringing down blood pressure as quickly as possible can prevent further organ damage.
Treatment for affected organs is managed with therapies specific to the organ that has been damaged.
A Word From Verywell
Some hypertensive crises can be prevented.
If you have high blood pressure, you should check your blood pressure regularly.
It is also important to take all your prescribed treatments without missing doses.
have a go at maintain a healthy lifestyle that includes a whole-foods diet, exercise, and not smoking.
see to it you manage any other health conditions that can put you at risk for a hypertensive crisis.
Always seek out immediate medical treatment for extremely high blood pressure and symptoms associated with hypertensive crises.
You will need immediate help to reduce or prevent organ damage.
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