hypertension

noun

hy·per·ten·sion ˌhī-pər-ˈten(t)-shən How to pronounce hypertension (audio)

: abnormally high blood pressure and especially arterial blood pressure

: the systemic condition accompanying high blood pressure

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You might have thought that hypertension was what a movie audience feels near the climax of a thriller, but you would have been wrong. High blood pressure—that is high pressure against the walls of your veins and arteries caused by blood flow—often occurs when the arteries or veins become blocked or narrowed, making the heart work harder to pump blood. But many cases seem to be the result of smoking or taking in too much salt, and many are genetically caused. Hypertension is serious, since it can lead to heart attacks and strokes. Though it often produces no warning symptoms, your blood pressure can be checked quickly and easily by a nurse. If it's high, it can usually be controlled by stopping smoking, losing weight, lowering your salt intake, and exercising—and if all else fails, by medication.

Example Sentences

He's being treated for hypertension.

Recent Examples on the Web Getting enough physical activity can lower your risk of developing chronic conditions such as diabetes, obesity, hypertension, heart disease and stroke, Wen said.

Kristen Rogers, CNN, 23 Aug. 2022 The White House hopes this year's event will result in a plan that lowers nationwide rates of diabetes, obesity, and hypertension, and helps with efforts to end hunger.

Brigid Kennedy, The Week, 4 May 2022 The new eligibility applies to people 16 and older who have high-risk health conditions including cancer, hypertension, obesity and pregnancy.

From Usa Today Network And Wire Reports, USA TODAY, 9 Mar. 2021 Gestational hypertension is an elevation in blood pressure during pregnancy.

Saleen Martin, USA TODAY, 31 Aug. 2022 Without it, Steven said, it’s like trying to treat hypertension without knowing someone’s blood pressure or manage a diabetic without knowing their blood sugar.

Talis Shelbourne, jsonline.com, 26 Aug. 2022 Along with patient feedback and counseling, home blood pressure monitoring is a solid tool to help control hypertension.

Katie Palmer And Casey Ross, STAT, 17 Aug. 2022 Black women are more likely to suffer from comorbidities associated with preeclampsia—including obesity, diabetes, and preëxisting hypertension—and less likely to have access to good prenatal care.

Jessica Winter, The New Yorker, 12 Aug. 2022 Their first game, intended to treat mild and moderate depression, anxiety, and hypertension, is slated for 2023.

Arianna Huffington, Fortune, 10 Aug. 2022 See More

Medical Definition

hypertension

noun

hy·per·ten·sion ˈhī-pər-ˌten-chən How to pronounce hypertension (audio)

: abnormally high arterial blood pressure that is usually indicated by an adult systolic blood pressure of 140 mm Hg or greater or a diastolic blood pressure of 90 mm Hg or greater, is chiefly of unknown cause but may be attributable to a preexisting condition (as a renal or endocrine disorder), that typically results in a thickening and inelasticity of arterial walls and hypertrophy of the left heart ventricle, and that is a risk factor for various pathological conditions or events (as heart attack, heart failure, stroke, end-stage renal disease, or retinal hemorrhage) see essential hypertension, secondary hypertension, white coat hypertension

: a systemic condition resulting from hypertension that is either symptomless or is accompanied especially by dizziness, palpitations, fainting, or headache

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释义	hypertension noun hy·per·ten·sion ˌhī-pər-ˈten(t)-shən 1 : abnormally high blood pressure and especially arterial blood pressure 2 : the systemic condition accompanying high blood pressure Did you know? You might have thought that hypertension was what a movie audience feels near the climax of a thriller, but you would have been wrong. High blood pressure—that is high pressure against the walls of your veins and arteries caused by blood flow—often occurs when the arteries or veins become blocked or narrowed, making the heart work harder to pump blood. But many cases seem to be the result of smoking or taking in too much salt, and many are genetically caused. Hypertension is serious, since it can lead to heart attacks and strokes. Though it often produces no warning symptoms, your blood pressure can be checked quickly and easily by a nurse. If it's high, it can usually be controlled by stopping smoking, losing weight, lowering your salt intake, and exercising—and if all else fails, by medication. Example Sentences He's being treated for hypertension. Recent Examples on the Web Getting enough physical activity can lower your risk of developing chronic conditions such as diabetes, obesity, hypertension, heart disease and stroke, Wen said. Kristen Rogers, CNN, 23 Aug. 2022 The White House hopes this year's event will result in a plan that lowers nationwide rates of diabetes, obesity, and hypertension, and helps with efforts to end hunger. Brigid Kennedy, The Week, 4 May 2022 The new eligibility applies to people 16 and older who have high-risk health conditions including cancer, hypertension, obesity and pregnancy. From Usa Today Network And Wire Reports, USA TODAY, 9 Mar. 2021 Gestational hypertension is an elevation in blood pressure during pregnancy. Saleen Martin, USA TODAY, 31 Aug. 2022 Without it, Steven said, it’s like trying to treat hypertension without knowing someone’s blood pressure or manage a diabetic without knowing their blood sugar. Talis Shelbourne, jsonline.com, 26 Aug. 2022 Along with patient feedback and counseling, home blood pressure monitoring is a solid tool to help control hypertension. Katie Palmer And Casey Ross, STAT, 17 Aug. 2022 Black women are more likely to suffer from comorbidities associated with preeclampsia—including obesity, diabetes, and preëxisting hypertension—and less likely to have access to good prenatal care. Jessica Winter, The New Yorker, 12 Aug. 2022 Their first game, intended to treat mild and moderate depression, anxiety, and hypertension, is slated for 2023. Arianna Huffington, Fortune, 10 Aug. 2022 See More Word History Etymology hyper- + tension entry 1, probably after French hypertension First Known Use 1893, in the meaning defined at sense 1 Phrases Containing hypertension white coat hypertension white coat hypertension Kids Definition hypertension noun hy·per·ten·sion ˌhī-pər-ˈten-shən : a medical condition marked by abnormally high blood pressure Medical Definition hypertension noun hy·per·ten·sion ˈhī-pər-ˌten-chən 1 : abnormally high arterial blood pressure that is usually indicated by an adult systolic blood pressure of 140 mm Hg or greater or a diastolic blood pressure of 90 mm Hg or greater, is chiefly of unknown cause but may be attributable to a preexisting condition (as a renal or endocrine disorder), that typically results in a thickening and inelasticity of arterial walls and hypertrophy of the left heart ventricle, and that is a risk factor for various pathological conditions or events (as heart attack, heart failure, stroke, end-stage renal disease, or retinal hemorrhage) see essential hypertension, secondary hypertension, white coat hypertension 2 : a systemic condition resulting from hypertension that is either symptomless or is accompanied especially by dizziness, palpitations, fainting, or headache
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hypertension

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