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hypertension

Pronunciation: [haɪpərˈtɛnʃən]

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Learn how to use hypertension in a sentence: 3 audio examples across 1 meaning.

Context: “health”

(noun) a medical condition where the blood pressure in the arteries is consistently too high. This means the heart has to work harder to pump blood around the body. It's important to keep blood pressure at a normal level to stay healthy.

Example

My doctor said my hypertension is under control since I've started taking my medicine.

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Without treatment, hypertension can lead to serious health problems.

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What can I do to lower my hypertension?

How to pronounce hypertension

Pronunciation: [haɪpərˈtɛnʃən]

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