Hypertension

/ˌhaɪpərˈtɛnʃən/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A medical condition in which the blood pressure in the arteries is persistently elevated.

Regular check-ups are important for the early detection of hypertension.

Often referred to as high blood pressure, it can lead to serious health issues if left untreated.

Lifestyle changes can help manage hypertension effectively.

Hypertension is a common condition that can increase the risk of heart disease and stroke.

Patients with hypertension should monitor their blood pressure daily.

There are different types of hypertension, including primary and secondary hypertension.

Secondary hypertension can be caused by underlying health issues such as kidney disease.

Hypertension can be categorized into stages depending on the severity of the condition.

The doctor diagnosed her with stage 2 hypertension after her latest examination.

From 'hyper-' meaning excessive and 'tension' meaning pressure.

essential hypertension

A type of hypertension with no identifiable cause.

secondary hypertension

Hypertension caused by another medical condition.

white coat syndrome

Elevated blood pressure in a clinical setting due to anxiety.

blood pressure

The force exerted by circulating blood on the walls of blood vessels.

cardiovascular

Relating to the heart and blood vessels.

High BP

The doc said I got high BP, gotta watch my hypertension.

Pressure

We're all feeling the pressure with our hypertension concerns.