Hypertension

Synonyms of hypertension

• high blood pressure
• hypertensive
• elevated blood pressure

Antonyms of hypertension

• low blood pressure
• hypotension
• normal blood pressure

Collocations of hypertension

high blood pressure

Frequency: 90 %

Hypertension is another term for high blood pressure.

heart disease

Frequency: 80 %

Untreated hypertension can lead to heart disease.

chronic condition

Frequency: 70 %

Hypertension is a chronic condition that requires long-term management.

risk factor

Frequency: 65 %

Obesity is a major risk factor for hypertension.

blood vessels

Frequency: 60 %

Hypertension can damage the blood vessels in the body.

Idiomatic Expressions for hypertension

• Phrase: silent killer
  Meaning: a term used to describe hypertension because it often has no symptoms but can lead to serious health problems
  Usage: Hypertension is often referred to as the silent killer because it can go unnoticed for years.