About Amerimed Hospitals

Heart

Description

Changes in your hypertension control can be caused by the heat, diet, or changes in your activity level.

Prevention

  • Take your medications religiously
  • Do not overexert yourself
  • Do not stay outdoors too long (fluid and sodium loss - especially if you are on diuretic medications)
  • Use good judgment during your trip

Self Treatment

  • NO SELF TREATMENT. SEEK MEDICAL HELP IMMEDIATELY

Seek Help When...

  • YOU BECOME DIZZY, HAVE HEART PALPITATIONS, PAIN DOWN YOUR ARM, UNCONTROLLED ANGINA, UNEXPLAINED SWEATING, CHEST PAIN, SHORTNESS OF BREATH, JAW PAIN, ETC. SEEK MEDICAL HELP IMMEDIATELY