high blood pressure

noun

: abnormally elevated blood pressure especially of the arteries
also : hypertension

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In the long-term, symptoms can include high blood pressure, joint and muscle pain, headache, abdominal pain, memory issues, mood disorders and reproductive issues, according to the Mayo Clinic. Hannah Yasharoff, USA TODAY, 28 Oct. 2024 Stress can also impact digestive functions and weakening the immune system to make individuals more prone to getting sick, eventually leading to long term health problems such, as heart disease high blood pressure and even stroke. Jason Walker, Forbes, 28 Oct. 2024 For example, current guidelines to treat cardiovascular risk factors such as high blood pressure are based primarily on data from men. Amy Huebschmann, Discover Magazine, 24 Oct. 2024 Screening and treatment for high blood pressure during pregnancy can reduce this risk. Lisa Rapaport, EverydayHealth.com, 23 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for high blood pressure 

Word History

First Known Use

1899, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of high blood pressure was in 1899

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“High blood pressure.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/high%20blood%20pressure. Accessed 5 Nov. 2024.

Kids Definition

high blood pressure

noun
: blood pressure that is abnormally high especially in the arteries or the condition resulting from it

called also hypertension

Medical Definition

high blood pressure

noun

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