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This isn't always the case. Some cases of hypertension that are not lifestyle related can reach life threatening levels (as in, embolism or burst blood vessel or heart failure) if not treated regularly.
I'm happy to stand corrected given my very limited medical knowledge.
That said, old mate obviously wasn't too concerned about it given that he forewent treatment.