Nearly one-third of people with high blood pressure don't know it. That’s because it doesn’t have symptoms unless it’s severe. A stroke occurs when blood flow to an area in the brain is cut off.

Often, hypertension presents minimal symptoms and may only be detected through regular blood pressure checks. Symptoms, if present, can include dizziness, headaches, chest pain, or heaviness.

Your inner ear is sensitive to changes in pressure and blood flow. If you live with hypertension, you may notice emerging challenges with hearing, tinnitus, vertigo, or a sensation of “fullness ...