Hypertension, commonly known as High Blood Pressure, is defined as a sustained blood pressure of 140/90 mm Hg or higher. In individuals with Hypertension the arteries of the heart are stiffer and less able to pump blood throughout the body. High Blood Pressure is one of the main risk factors for heart disease and stroke. There are numerous causes of Hypertension but there are often no blatant daily symptoms. Hypertension is one of the most prevalent conditions in America, with more than 74 million adults affected.

Most effective High Blood Pressure (Hypertension) treatments reported by our members

  • 60.7%

    Weight Loss

  • 42.9%

    Healthy Diet

  • 42.9%

    Exercise

  • 35.7%

    Toprol (Metroprolol,

  • 25.0%

    Lisinopril

  • 21.4%

    Norvasc (Amlodipine)

  • 21.4%

    Quit Smoking

  • 10.7%

    Spironolactone (Alda

  • 10.7%

    Clonidine

  • 10.7%

    Linsoporil

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Most severe High Blood Pressure (Hypertension) symptoms reported by our members

  • 47.8%

    Ear Ache (Earache, O

  • 34.8%

    Headache

  • 30.4%

    Light-Headedness

  • 30.4%

    Tension

  • 19.6%

    Nausea

  • 19.6%

    Rhinorrhea (Runny No

  • 19.6%

    Skin Blushing Or Flu

  • 13.0%

    Dizziness

  • 10.9%

    None

  • 10.9%

    Temperature Sensitiv

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