Renovascular hypertension
Alternate Names : Renal hypertension, Hypertension - renovascular, Renal artery occlusion, Stenosis - renal artery
Prevention
Preventing atherosclerosis may prevent the development of rental artery stenosis. Lifestyle changes may reduce your risk of high blood pressure. Lose weight if you are overweight. Excess weight makes the heart work harder. Check with your doctor before starting a rigorous exercise program.
Changes in your diet may help to control your blood pressure. Reduce the amount of salt (sodium) you use. Salt, MSG, and baking soda all contain sodium. See also: Heart disease and diet
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