And the very stress laid upon this mode of geniture, implies not only the possibility of a different sort, but its frequency also! The Round Towers of Ireland Henry O'Brien. The author speaks the language of astrology, in which geniture signifies nativity.
Hypertension (HTN or HT), also known as high blood pressure (HBP), is a long term medical condition in which the blood pressure in the arteries is persistently elevated. High blood pressure usually does not cause symptoms.
There are several types of high blood pressure. 1  Essential hypertension has no cause that can be found. 2  Secondary hypertension occurs because of another disorder.  Drug-induced hypertension is a form of secondary hypertension caused by a response to medication.