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High blood pressure (hypertension) - Symptoms and causes
Hypertension is a very common condition affecting up to 40% of adults. It is one of the most common conditions for which medications are prescribed. Most people with hypertension have primary hypertension. How primary hypertension develops is not entirely understood.

High Blood Pressure (Hypertension): Symptoms & Causes
Hypertension (high blood pressure) means the force of blood against your artery walls is consistently too high. Healthcare providers in the U.S. diagnose hypertension when your systolic (top) blood pressure number is 130 or higher, or your diastolic (bottom) number is 80 or higher.

High Blood Pressure - American Heart Association
What Is High Blood Pressure? High blood pressure occurs when the force of blood flowing through your blood vessels is consistently too high. High blood pressure is also called hypertension.

Hypertension - World Health Organization (WHO)
Hypertension (high blood pressure) is when the pressure in your blood vessels is too high (140/90 mmHg or higher). It is common but can be serious if not treated.

Hypertension - Wikipedia
The high pulse pressure in elderly people with hypertension or isolated systolic hypertension is explained by increased arterial stiffness, which typically accompanies aging and may be exacerbated by high blood pressure.

About High Blood Pressure | High Blood Pressure | CDC
High blood pressure (hypertension) is consistently at or above 130/80 mm Hg. High blood pressure typically has no signs or symptoms but can cause problems for your heart, brain, kidneys, and eyes. No matter your age, you can take steps each day to keep your blood pressure in a healthy range.

Hypertension | Description, Causes, Symptoms, & Treatment | Britannica
Hypertension is a condition that arises when blood pressure is abnormally high, typically because the body’s smaller blood vessels narrow, causing the blood to exert excessive pressure against the vessel walls and forcing the heart to work harder to maintain pressure.

High blood pressure - NHS
High blood pressure (also called hypertension) can lead to serious problems like heart attacks or strokes. But lifestyle changes and blood pressure medicines can help you stay healthy.

What is High Blood Pressure? | American Heart Association
High blood pressure is also known as hypertension. It happens when the force of your blood pushing against the walls of your blood vessels is too high. High blood pressure can lead to other serious problems such as heart attack and stroke. It can affect all age groups: children, young adults, adults and older adults.

Hypertension (High Blood Pressure) Health Center - WebMD
High blood pressure affects I in 4 American adults. Find in-depth high blood pressure and hypertension information including its causes, symptoms, and treatments.

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