high blood pressure

Definition / meaning of high blood pressure

A blood pressure of 140/90 or higher. High blood pressure usually has no symptoms. It can harm the arteries and cause an increase in the risk of stroke, heart attack, kidney failure, and blindness. Also called hypertension.

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The Web site of the National Cancer Institute (http://www.cancer.gov/)

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