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- Monthly, 8 out of 10 youngsters are known to have high blood pressure because of stress or smoking
- Timely intervention is essential to prevent long-term complications like heart attacks, strokes, and kidney damage caused by undiagnosed or poorly managed high blood pressure
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New Delhi, May 16, 2025:
Currently, stress, smoking, and alcohol consumption are responsible for nearly 25% of high blood pressure (hypertension) cases among youngsters aged 22-30. Timely management, regular check-ups, and lifestyle changes such as diet, exercise, and staying stress-free will help to avoid complications such as stroke, heart attack, and kidney disease in these youngsters.
Hypertension is a condition where the force of blood against the artery walls is consistently too high. It often develops silently, which is why it is called the “silent killer. Most patients do not experience noticeable symptoms until the condition has caused significant damage to the body. When symptoms do occur, they may include headaches, dizziness, blurred vision, chest pain, or fatigue, yet many tend to remain unaware until they are diagnosed during a routine check-up. Unfortunately, there is a steep rise in cases of hypertension among youth, which is becoming a growing matter of concern for experts.
Dr C. C. Nair, Internal Medicine Expert, Lilavati Hospital Mumbai Said, “Stress, career uncertainty, and personal challenges, combined with habits like smoking and regular alcohol use, are key contributors to the rise in high blood pressure among youth. What’s even more worrisome is that many young patients with hypertension have no symptoms at all. This makes regular monitoring all the more important. If left unmanaged, hypertension can silently damage organs over time and lead to heart disease, stroke, vision loss, and kidney failure, even in youngsters. So, stress, smoking, and alcohol are linked to 25% of high blood pressure cases in youth. Moreover, monthly, 8 out of 10 youngsters are known to have high blood pressure because of stress or smoking. Treatment for high blood pressure involves a combination of medication and lifestyle modifications. These include reducing salt intake, avoiding processed foods, quitting smoking, limiting alcohol, exercising regularly, and managing stress through relaxation techniques like yoga and meditation.”
Dr Nair added, “Preventive measures are equally important. Youngsters should check their blood pressure every month, especially if there is a family history of hypertension or they engage in high-risk behaviors. Early detection can help avoid lifelong complications and ensure better heart health. Hypertension is not just a problem for older adults anymore. With the right lifestyle choices and regular health screenings, youngsters can protect their future well-being.”
Dr. Chhaya Vaja, General Physician, Apollo Spectra Mumbai Said, “Stress, smoking, and alcohol consumption are increasingly contributing to high blood pressure in young adults, accounting for nearly 20% of all cases. Moreover, monthly, 6 out of 10 youngsters are known to have high blood pressure because of stress or smoking. What’s alarming is that many of these individuals don’t show any symptoms, making regular check-ups vital. If left unchecked, hypertension can silently damage the heart, brain, kidneys, and eyes, even in those aged 22-30. It is imperative to know the numbers with the help of an expert. If one is having hypertension, then he/she should take medication as prescribed by the expert, eat a nutritious diet, stay stress-free by doing yoga and meditation, exercise daily, sleep well, and regularly monitor the blood pressure.”
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