continually increasing blood pressure
High blood pressure is simply an increase in blood pressure, while hypertension is a disease. Slight increase in blood pressure is normal in daily life. E.g. when you exercise or walk fast or when you get angry or excited, your heart starts beating fast and this raises your blood pressure.
Temperature4,5 - Blood pressure tends to increase when you are cold. Therefore, if you are at the doctor's office and the room temperature is chilly to you, be aware that your blood pressure readings may be higher than expected. Full bladder1,3,4 - Your blood pressure is lower when your bladder is empty.