Rapidly increasing blood pressure in winter, shrinking veins are indicating danger, identify the symptoms like this

Health In Winter: With the onset of winter chill, the problems of high blood pressure patients are increasing in the district. As the temperature falls, the blood vessels of the body start shrinking. Due to which the blood pressure suddenly increases. Doctors say that this is the reason why problems like heart attack, stroke, chest pain, shortness of breath and cough and cold increase rapidly during winter.

A sudden drop in temperature has a direct impact on the body. Due to increase in blood pressure the heart has to work harder. Due to which problems like dizziness, headache, weakness, irritability and chest tightness become serious. According to experts, every small change in the weather can become a big threat for high BP patients. Doctors believe that cold air reduces body heat rapidly.

Due to this, the body immediately goes into defense mode and shrinks the veins. Due to which the blood pressure goes up. The increasing humidity along with cold puts extra pressure on the heart and lungs. Due to which problems like difficulty in breathing, cough and cold become common. People who already have high BP problem.

doctor’s advice

For them this season is no less than a test. Sudden increase in blood pressure can cause stroke, heart attack, chest pain and shortness of breath. Therefore, doctors are giving strict advice on taking regular medicines, health monitoring and being careful in daily routine.

Experts say that bathing with hot water, woolen clothes, hot drinks and light sunlight help in controlling blood pressure by keeping the body temperature balanced. Whereas yoga-pranayama and deep breathing reduce stress and strengthen the heart. The chill of winter may take the thermometer down, but a little caution and the right routine can keep blood pressure under control.

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Try to keep your body warm in winter

Always keep your body warm in cold weather, cover your head, ears, neck, hands and feet and go out. Do light exercise every day and get some sunlight, stay away from stress, get enough sleep, hot soup, herbal tea, steam and light walk are beneficial. Do not reduce water intake in winter, hydration is very important. Keep checking BP regularly and take medicines on time.

• Dr. Jayshree Devgade, Medical Specialist, Gadchiroli