Hypertension
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Example:
Imagine trying to inflate a balloon, but you keep blowing more air into it than necessary. This situation is similar to hypertension, where the heart pumps blood with more force than needed, leading to high blood pressure. Just like too much air can stretch a balloon to its limits, excessive blood pressure can strain your blood vessels, potentially causing them to weaken or burst.
Practice Version
Hypertension: Blood pressure above the normal range, it is also called high blood pressure. Hypertension. Hypertension is when the force of your blood against your artery walls is consistently too high, which can lead to health problems.