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    Hypertension, also known as high blood pressure, is a condition where the arteries do not allow blood to flow easily, forcing the heart to work harder. It affects about 75 million Americans and can lead to complications if left untreated. Primary hypertension, which accounts for 95% of cases, is caused by gradual vessel damage over time. Secondary hypertension is caused by underlying medical conditions and makes up the remaining 5% of cases. While some people experience symptoms like headaches and fatigue, hypertension is often asymptomatic. Treatment involves lifestyle changes like diet, exercise and stress management as well as medications to lower blood pressure.

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    Hypertension, also known as high blood pressure, is a condition where the arteries do not allow blood to flow easily, forcing the heart to work harder. It affects about 75 million Americans and can lead to complications if left untreated. Primary hypertension, which accounts for 95% of cases, is caused by gradual vessel damage over time. Secondary hypertension is caused by underlying medical conditions and makes up the remaining 5% of cases. While some people experience symptoms like headaches and fatigue, hypertension is often asymptomatic. Treatment involves lifestyle changes like diet, exercise and stress management as well as medications to lower blood pressure.

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    Hypertension, also known as high blood pressure, is a condition where the arteries do not allow blood to flow easily, forcing the heart to work harder. It affects about 75 million Americans and can lead to complications if left untreated. Primary hypertension, which accounts for 95% of cases, is caused by gradual vessel damage over time. Secondary hypertension is caused by underlying medical conditions and makes up the remaining 5% of cases. While some people experience symptoms like headaches and fatigue, hypertension is often asymptomatic. Treatment involves lifestyle changes like diet, exercise and stress management as well as medications to lower blood pressure.

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    Story, L. (2018). Pathophysiology: a


    practical approach (3rd ed.).
    Burlington, MA: Jones & Bartlett
    Learning.
    Hypertension
    Also known as High Blood
    What is Pressure
    Hypertension?
    Hypertension (HTN) is
    sustained elevation in
    blood pressure. It is a
    condition where a
    person’s arteries do not
    allow blood to flow as
    easily. Therefore, the
    heart has to work
    harder in order to
    circulate blood
    throughout the entire
    body. It is important to
    take the necessary
    steps in treating HTN
    because when the heart
    compensates it may
    lead to other
    complications.
    Affecting 1 in 3 adults in
    the U.S.; approximately
    75 million people
    Causes: Symptoms: “Love yourself enough to
    live a healthy lifestyle”
     Fatigue
     Primary Hypertension is  Headache
    caused by gradually  Malaise
    occurring vessel damage.
    This is the most common  Dizziness Treatment:
    type of HTN, 95% of those  Bloody nose
    that have HTN have  Blood shot eyes Medication:
    Primary Hypertension.
     Diuretics; decrease
    *may be asymptomatic
     Secondary Hypertension fluid level in vessels
    makes up about 5% of  ACE inhibitor; prevents
    HTN cases. It is caused by Risks:
    certain congenital heart kidney from holding
    defects, renal disease, onto sodium
    adrenal gland tumors,
    certain medications (ex.
    estrogens, corticosteroids), Lifestyle Changes:
    and illegal drugs.  Weight reduction
     Low sodium diet
     Malignant Hypertension is  Cessation of smoking
    very dangerous and  Exercise
    caused by skipping
     Relaxation/stress
    treatment. 1% of people
    with HTN develop this type management
    and experience blood  DASH diet
    pressures of 180/120 or
    higher.

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