What are early signs of high blood pressure?

High blood pressure is often called the "silent killer" because most people have no noticeable symptoms, even when readings are dangerously high. This is why regular monitoring is so important. In some cases, people may experience headaches, particularly at the back of the head and neck, especially in the morning. Other possible signs include dizziness, blurred vision, shortness of breath, nosebleeds, or a flushing sensation in the face. However, these symptoms typically only appear when blood pressure reaches severely elevated levels. The only reliable way to detect high blood pressure early is to measure it regularly with a blood pressure cuff, either at home or through routine medical checkups.