Hypertension

High Blood Pressure

A chronic condition where the force of blood against artery walls is consistently too high, increasing risk of heart disease and stroke.

Hypertension affects nearly half of adults and is a major risk factor for cardiovascular disease, stroke, and kidney failure. It is often asymptomatic, earning it the label "silent killer." Lifestyle modifications including diet, exercise, and weight loss are foundational. Pharmacologic treatment typically begins with ACE inhibitors, calcium channel blockers, or thiazide diuretics.