Unlike the 1980s rock hit, "Under Pressure," hypertension, or high blood pressure, often goes unnoticed due to its commonly quiet nature. However, the long-term effects of uncontrolled hypertension are far from quiet and can be very dangerous. Compared to the force of water within a hose, hypertension is the consistent elevation of the force of blood against your artery walls as it moves through your body. Click here to learn more about hypertension, its effect on the body and what can be done to reduce it.