What is hypertension?
High blood pressure is a disorder in which the
pressure in the arteries is too high. The medical
term for blood pressure is “hypertension”. This
affects many people around the world. High
blood pressure is very common, especially in
middle-aged and elderly people. Once it has
developed it tends to last for life. High blood
pressure puts a strain on the heart and
circulatory system, which can ultimately cause
damage to many parts of the body.