What Is high blood pressure High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a medical condition characterized by elevated force exerted by blood against the walls of arteries. It is often referred to as the “silent killer” because it may not show noticeable symptoms while gradually damaging vital organs. Blood pressure is measured in millimeters of mercury (mmHg) and is expressed as two values: systolic (pressure during heartbeats) over diastolic (pressure between beats). Normal blood pressure is typically around 120/80 mmHg. Hypertension is diagnosed when readings consistently exceed 130/80 mmHg. Uncontrolled high blood pressure can lead to severe health issues, including heart…