Hypertension is a condition of increased blood pressure. This increased pressure on the heart causes eventual weakening of the heart muscle, and places the individual at greater risk of eventual heart faillure.
Hypertension can cause damage to your heart, blood vessels, kidneys, eyes and brain
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Hypertension is a medical condition also known as high blood pressure. The dangers of hypertension are increased risk of heart attack and stroke.
Stroke and heart disease
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Hypertension causes the left ventricular wall to thicken. This is followed by a dilatation of the left ventricle and a reduction in the amount of blood pumped from the heart.
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kidney, brain, and the heart
kidney, brain, and the heart
Hypertension means high blood pressure, usually above 140/90. A high heart rate is called Tachycardia (>100bpm)
Cardiac disease, which means heart disease. Hypertension means high blood pressure.