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Common Hypertension Causes

Common Hypertension Causes

In primary hypertension, the exact or specific cause of the condition is not known or cannot be determined. However, there are factors that are believed to lead to the condition. The following factors are among those considered to be hypertension causes.

Hypertension Medication

Hypertension Medication

The kind of hypertension medication, otherwise known as antihypertensive agent, that an individual can take depends on his or her specific condition. Several factors are considered in choosing a hypertension medication. These are the presence of other medical conditions, side effects, and ease of use.
Hypertension medication is initially administered at low doses, and [...]

Hypertension

Hypertension

Hypertension refers to the medical condition of having a chronically elevated blood pressure. There are two types of hypertension – primary (essential) and secondary.