What Are the Long-Term Effects of Untreated High Blood Pressure on Organ Health?

High blood pressure is often called a "silent killer" because it can go unnoticed for years. What specific long-term effects does untreated high blood pressure have on major organs like the heart, kidneys, and brain? How important is early detection and treatment in preventing these complications?

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    Mario Piscopo
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    Se non trattata, l’ipertensione può portare a gravi complicazioni, tra cui malattie cardiache, ictus, insufficienza renale e danni alla vista.
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    Amy Maenhout
    It can get scary fast.
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    Jenna Brown
    It can really creep up
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    Sally Cha
    heart and blood vessels have been in stress and fatigue has been accumulated for a long time. 
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    Jude Nam
    You might have heart issue and small blood vessels on your organ gets fatigued. 
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    Summer Camp
    Long-term exposure to high blood pressure can damage the brain. It can also impair cognitive function. 
    
    Everyone should check their blood pressure several times a day. If high blood pressure is an issue, see a cardiologist right away.