Question

what is hypertension?​

Answer 1

Answer:

A condition in which the force of the blood against the artery walls is too high.

Usually hypertension is defined as blood pressure above 140/90, and is considered severe if the pressure is above 180/120.

Very common

More than 10 million cases per year (India)

Treatable by a medical professional

Requires a medical diagnosis

Lab tests or imaging not required

Chronic: can last for years or be lifelong

Answer 2

Answer:

A condition in which the force of the blood against the artery walls is too high.

Usually hypertension is defined as blood pressure above 140/90, and is considered severe if the pressure is above 180/120.

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