High blood pressure

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High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is when the pressure of the blood pumped around the body is at an unhealthy and increased level[1]. There are few noticeable symptoms but the risks are dangerous and can be fatal in the case of heart failure[2].

References

  1. ↑ https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/high-blood-pressure-hypertension/
  2. ↑ https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/high-blood-pressure-hypertension/
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