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At EZMed Urgent Care, we frequently diagnose and manage high blood pressure and help patients take the first steps toward better heart health.
Blood pressure is the force of blood pushing against the walls of your arteries. It’s measured using two numbers:
Systolic pressure (top number): pressure when the heart beats
Diastolic pressure (bottom number): pressure when the heart rests
You are considered to have hypertension if your blood pressure is consistently:
130/80 mmHg or higher
Hypertension can develop slowly over time or be linked to certain risk factors.
Common causes and risk factors include:
Family history of hypertension
High-sodium or processed food diet
Obesity or lack of physical activity
Chronic stress
Smoking or excessive alcohol use
Diabetes or kidney disease
Certain medications
In many cases, there is no single identifiable cause.
Most people with high blood pressure feel completely fine, which is why routine screening is so important.
When symptoms do occur, they may include:
Headaches
Dizziness
Blurred vision
Chest discomfort
Shortness of breath
These symptoms often appear when blood pressure is severely elevated.
If left untreated, hypertension can damage vital organs and lead to:
Heart attack
Stroke
Heart failure
Kidney disease
Vision loss
Aneurysm
Early diagnosis and treatment dramatically reduce these risks.
At EZMed Urgent Care, we offer:
Accurate blood pressure checks
Evaluation for newly diagnosed hypertension
Medication refills or short-term management
Guidance on lifestyle changes
Referrals for primary care or cardiology follow-up
Urgent care is a great option if you’ve noticed high readings, missed medications, or new symptoms.
You should seek care if:
Your blood pressure readings are repeatedly high
You have symptoms like headache, dizziness, or chest pain
You’ve run out of blood pressure medication
Your blood pressure is 180/120 mmHg or higher
You need clearance for work, travel, or surgery
If very high blood pressure is accompanied by severe symptoms, emergency care may be necessary.
Long-term blood pressure control may include:
Reducing salt intake
Eating a heart-healthy diet
Exercising regularly
Maintaining a healthy weight
Managing stress
Taking medications as prescribed
Consistency is essential for preventing complications.
If you’re concerned about high blood pressure or need a same-day evaluation, EZMed Urgent Care provides convenient, reliable care for adults and adolescents.
Taking control of your blood pressure today helps protect your heart and overall health for years to come.