In case of hypertension, artery walls become overloaded. Such a state has a very negative effect not only on blood vessels, but on other vital body organs, too. The degree of the damage depends on the exact level of blood pressure and duration of hypertension in case it is uncontrolled.

Some of possible side effects and outcomes are listed below.

Hypertension that is not treated may result in eye problems and even loss of sight due to narrowed, torn, or thickened optic blood vessels.

Heart muscle thickens in response to overloads and elevated pressure. Modified muscle may have problems with normal blood circulation. A heart failure may occur in severe cases.

Blood vessels become thicker and harder (atherosclerosis). Damaged arteries are directly associated with heart attack, heart stroke and other heart related problems.

Another form of damage to blood vessels is aneurysm with abnormal dilation of the weakened walls. In certain cases aneurysm is considered hazardous.

High pressure in blood vessels connected with the brain may hold back blood flow. Another outcome is a burst of a blood vessel leading to a stroke. In kidneys, modified blood vessels interfere with their function.

Metabolism disorders are also among the consequences of uncontrolled blood pressure. High insulin levels, increased waist, high triglycerides, low high-density lipoprotein (HDL) all add to the risk of heart disease and diabetes.

Constant hypertension is said to affect the person’s mental abilities. Problems with memory, thinking and understanding are more frequent in people with hypertension.

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