What is another word for hypertension?
Pronunciation: [hˈa͡ɪpətənʃən] (IPA) 
Hypertension is a medical condition that is commonly referred to as high blood pressure. However, there are several other synonyms that are used to describe this condition. Some of the commonly used synonyms include elevated blood pressure, high arterial pressure, and systemic arterial hypertension. Other synonyms that are used less frequently include hypertensive heart disease, essential hypertension, and primary hypertension. Regardless of the term used, the underlying condition is the same, where the blood pressure in the arteries is elevated, increasing the risk of heart disease, stroke, and other health problems. Healthcare professionals use different terms depending on the context to describe hypertension.
