Hypertension is a very common disease. Two thirds of patients above the age of 60 have hypertension. Hypertension could be essential or secondary to other medical problems. The treatment of essential hypertension is by controlling blood pressure. The treatment of secondary hypertension is by treating the underlying condition.

Hypertension can cause kidney disease, stroke or heart disease. Controlling hypertension can help in reducing these risks.

Treatment of hypertension involves both life style modifications and medications. Monitoring of blood pressure is essential in the success.