Because many people don't know they have it and you can suddenly die from a stroke or heart attack ........................
Not a disease per say, the overconsumption of salt is often called the "silent killer".
hypertension
Hypertension (high blood pressure) leads to heart attacks, strokes and aneurysms. The person suffering these things can not "feel" the high blood pressure causing them - it is painless and therefore "silent".
Hypertension. High blood pressure.
it's typicallly ordinary, and with time your cake will bake
Hypertension without a known cause is called primary or essential hypertension.
because people die from it, and it can be ignored until it strikes.
It was written in Germany by a monk
Hypertension is the medical name for high blood pressure. Moderate or severe hypertension is a serious medical disorder, often displaying no symptoms, and is sometimes referred to as "the silent killer. "
Hypertension, often referred to as high blood pressure, may not present noticeable symptoms, which is why it is sometimes called the "silent killer." When symptoms do occur, they can include headaches, shortness of breath, nosebleeds, and flushing. However, these symptoms are not exclusive to hypertension and can indicate other health issues. Regular monitoring of blood pressure is essential for early detection and management.
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these are misnomers actually,when there is no evident cause of hypertension then it is called idiopathic/benign/primary/unspecified hypertension. http://treathypertension.blogspot.com/