Can high blood pressure cause swelling?

Answer 1

swelling is caused by poor circulation which can be attributed to high blood pressure as the blood accumulates in the extremeities.

if you have high blood pressure avoid foods high in salt which draw out fluid from the blood into the tissues
but, NO, high blood pressure doesnt directly cause swelling

Answer 2

I would need to know what type of swelling you are referring to but yes high (how high I wonder) blood pressure can indirectly cause swelling. Elevations in blood pressure by themselves generally do not lead to swelling although such elevations may affect the function of the heart and that may lead to swelling. In most cases the swelling is in the feet and ankles and generally indents when you press in firmly with a finger. If you do have swelling it should be promptly evaluated by a physician.

Answer 3

High blood pressure can cause swelling, specially in the feet. Most common symptoms of HBP is a headache, always hot, sweating. A lot of times HBP goes un-noticed for years. A simple blood pressure check after sitting for 10 minutes should let you know.

Answer 4

No. Edema is a sign of something else going on. Cardiovascular disease and thyroid problems can cause issues with edema. The high blood pressure is a symptom as well of more going on.

Answer 5

Yes. My husband's legs were swelling and he went to his doctor and got his blood pressure med changed and also had to get on water pills to get rid of the extra fluid. It worked well and he is feeling much better now.

Answer 6

No because it not truw if you hear that!