High Blood Pressure Specialist

What is high blood pressure?

High blood pressure, or hypertension, occurs when there is excessive force on the walls of your blood vessels over an extended period of time. High blood pressure is common and happens without causing any symptoms.

Over time, the high pressure on the blood vessel walls causes them to stiffen and narrow. These changes in the blood vessels make it harder for your heart to pump blood, putting you at risk of heart disease. 

What are the health complications of high blood pressure?

High blood pressure affects more than your heart and puts you at risk of many health conditions. Complications of high blood pressure include:

• Heart failure
• Kidney disease
• Stroke
• Heart attack
• Vascular dementia
• Eye damage

Your primary care provider checks your blood pressure at every visit. If you have higher than normal readings on three separate occasions, then your doctor may diagnose you with high blood pressure.

What happens during a high blood pressure evaluation?

Dr. Bomb is a highly skilled cardiologist who understands the effects high blood pressure has on your health. When you visit RK Heart & Vascular Care, Dr. Bomb performs a thorough health history and physical to fully understand your overall health and well-being.

He may also run various tests to assess heart health, such as an electrocardiogram (EKG) or stress testing. Dr. Bomb also orders blood work as needed. 

What are my treatment options for high blood pressure?

There are many effective treatments for high blood pressure. Dr. Bomb takes a holistic and patient-centered approach to care and customizes your plan to best meet your health needs.

High blood pressure treatment might include:

• Heart-healthy diet
• Regular exercise
• Stress management
• Weight loss
• Blood pressure medication

Dr. Bomb works closely with you, designing a plan that lowers your blood pressure and the risk of future health problems. He may also recommend you monitor your blood pressure at home to see how your numbers fluctuate and the activities that might increase it.

RK Heart & Vascular Care is a state-of-the-art practice, and Dr. Bomb offers remote monitoring so he can see your numbers too.

Taking control of your blood pressure is the best way to manage your health and prevent more serious health complications.

To find out more about high blood pressure treatments at RK Heart & Vascular Care, call the office most convenient to you or schedule an appointment online today.