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Hypertension (high blood pressure) is a common health condition that can increase risk for cardiovascular illness, including heart attack and stroke.
• Normal blood pressure: Less than 130/80 mmHg.
• Stage 1 hypertension: 130 to 139/80 to 89
• Stage 2 hypertension: over 140/90
Symptoms
Risk factors
Most people with high blood pressure have no signs or symptoms, even if blood pressure readings reach dangerously high levels.
A few people with high blood pressure may have headaches, shortness of breath or nosebleeds, but these signs and symptoms aren't specific and usually don't occur until high blood pressure has reached a severe or life-threatening stage.
Age
Race
Family history
Being overweight or obese
Not being physically active
Using tobacco
Too much salt (sodium) in your diet
Too little potassium in your diet
Drinking too much alcohol
Stress
Certain chronic conditions