Causes
In 90% of all cases the reason for hypertension remains unclear. This is than called essential hypertension. Hypertension is known to be a product of genetic predisposition with environmental and lifestyle factors [1].
Genetic predisposition - a family history of:
Environmental factors:
There is no significant difference in the development of hypertension between men and women although the prevalence of hypertension increases sharply with age, especially for women [2].
Lifestyle - influential risk factors:
Genetic predisposition - a family history of:
- hypertension
- heart disease
- type 2 diabetes
Environmental factors:
- age
- hormone state
There is no significant difference in the development of hypertension between men and women although the prevalence of hypertension increases sharply with age, especially for women [2].
Lifestyle - influential risk factors:
- smoking
- heavy drinking
- overweight
- sodium and calorie-rich diet
- lack of physical activity
- stress
