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Hypertension (pronounced /ˌhaɪpərˈtɛnʃən/), also known as high blood pressure (HBP), is a long-term medical condition in which the blood pressure in the arteries is persistently elevated.
Etymology
The term "hypertension" is derived from two Greek words: "hyper" meaning high and "tension" meaning pressure.
Definition
High blood pressure is defined as a systolic blood pressure above 130 mmHg or a diastolic blood pressure above 80 mmHg.
Related Terms
- Systolic pressure: The pressure in the arteries when the heart beats and fills them with blood.
- Diastolic pressure: The pressure in the arteries when the heart rests between beats.
- Blood pressure: The force exerted by circulating blood on the walls of blood vessels.
- Arteries: The blood vessels that carry oxygenated blood away from the heart to the body's tissues.
Causes
Hypertension can be caused by a number of factors, including genetics, age, diet, physical inactivity, and certain medical conditions such as kidney disease.
Symptoms
Most people with hypertension do not exhibit any symptoms. However, in some cases, hypertension can cause symptoms such as headache, shortness of breath, dizziness, chest pain, palpitations of the heart, and nosebleeds.
Treatment
Treatment for hypertension includes lifestyle changes such as healthy eating, regular exercise, and weight loss. Medications may also be prescribed, including diuretics, beta-blockers, and ACE inhibitors.
See Also
External links
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