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Dr. Steven Ross, M.D.
Internist | Hypertension Specialist
Dr. Steven Ross is an internist practicing in Sharon, MA. Dr. Ross specializes in the medical treatment of adults. Internists can act as a primary physician or a consultant to a primary physician. They manage both common and rare diseases. Dr. Ross provides comprehensive care and manages treatment with surgeons as well. Internists establish long-term relationships with their patients and incorporate disease prevention and mental health care into their practice.
57 years
Experience
Dr. Steven Edward Ross, M.D.
- Sharon, MA
- Boston University
- Accepting new patients
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Your brain is the most important organ in your body. It allows you to think, reason, feel, move and it also controls the automatic functions of circulation, body temperature,...
What is the cause of high blood pressure?
Blood pressure is determined by the interaction of many bodily systems and other variables some of which are: hormone levels and balances; state of contraction or relaxation of READ MORE
Blood pressure is determined by the interaction of many bodily systems and other variables some of which are: hormone levels and balances; state of contraction or relaxation of blood vessels; blood pressure regulatory centers in the brain ; kidney and heart function. Environmentally the amount of sodium in your diet; your weight; alcohol and cigarettes.
Obviously if you cut down on salt intake, keep weight down and exercise regularly you can decrease blood pressure. However bodily functions are inherited and you may need medication to correct one or more of the above.
Hope this over simplified response helps. Of course see your M.D. for further advice and treatment.
Harvard Health Publications has a good booklet which goes into more detail. Good Luck. Hope this was helpful.
Dr. Steve Ross
Obviously if you cut down on salt intake, keep weight down and exercise regularly you can decrease blood pressure. However bodily functions are inherited and you may need medication to correct one or more of the above.
Hope this over simplified response helps. Of course see your M.D. for further advice and treatment.
Harvard Health Publications has a good booklet which goes into more detail. Good Luck. Hope this was helpful.
Dr. Steve Ross
Can having regular massages lower high blood pressure?
Unfortunately, regular massage is not a recommended way to lower blood pressure. Low-sodium diet and weight loss with alcohol limitation would be the first approach. Add regular READ MORE
Unfortunately, regular massage is not a recommended way to lower blood pressure. Low-sodium diet and weight loss with alcohol limitation would be the first approach. Add regular exercise. If these do not help lower your blood pressure below 130/80, you will need medication.
How to treat a child with high blood pressure?
Correction: high blood pressure new limits are 130/80.
Can I have general anesthesia if I have high blood pressure?
Of course they will ask you what medications and dosage you take before surgery and let you know when to take them before and after surgery.
