Hypertension Symptoms and Signs. High Blood Pressure

Intense chest pains. This is perhaps the most distinctive symptom of hypertension. However, I must emphasise that an ache in the chest is not always caused by hypertension. For example, simple indigestion can also cause a severe ache in the chest. Nevertheless, this is a dangerous symptom, so if it occurs quite frequently, you should visit a doctor. Please note that experiencing a pain in the chest can indicate hypertension, and not necessarily a heart attack. As a general rule, your doctor will feel your pulse and check up on your blood pressure when you complain of chest pains.