blood pressure
noun
: pressure that is exerted by the blood upon the walls of the blood vessels and especially arteries and that varies with the muscular efficiency of the heart, the blood volume and viscosity, the age and health of the individual, and the state of the vascular wall
Examples of blood pressure in a Sentence
The doctor says he has high blood pressure.
These drugs help lower blood pressure.
She has a blood pressure of 120.
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Anaphylaxis requires prompt medical attention because of symptoms that include throat swelling, difficulty breathing, a sudden drop in blood pressure and loss of consciousness.
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Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 29 Nov. 2024
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Complications such as preeclampsia, a spike in blood pressure that can lead to premature births, can also be avoided by prescribing low doses of aspirin to people at high risk, Tabales says.
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Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 29 Nov. 2024
Pumpkin seeds also provide essential vitamins and minerals, such as magnesium and zinc, which are needed for healthy immune function and blood sugar and blood pressure regulation.678
3.
—Jillian Kubala, Health, 25 Nov. 2024
Complications such as preeclampsia, a spike in blood pressure that can lead to premature births, can also be avoided by prescribing low doses of aspirin to people at high risk, Tabales says.
—Kristal Dixon, Axios, 25 Nov. 2024
May Improve Blood Flow and Inflammation One of the components in ginger, 6-gingerol, has been studied for its effects on blood pressure.
—Lana Barhum, Verywell Health, 21 Nov. 2024
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“Blood pressure.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/blood%20pressure. Accessed 10 Dec. 2024.
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