What does secondary hypertension mean?
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sec·onda·ry hy·per·ten·sion
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Princeton's WordNet
secondary hypertensionnoun
hypertension that is secondary to another disease
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secondary hypertension
Secondary hypertension is a type of high blood pressure that is caused by an underlying health condition or external factor, such as kidney disease, hormonal disorders, or certain medications. It is different from primary hypertension, in which the cause of the high blood pressure is not known. Secondary hypertension usually appears suddenly and results in higher blood pressure levels than primary hypertension.
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Secondary hypertension
Secondary hypertension is a type of hypertension which by definition is caused by an identifiable underlying secondary cause. It is much less common than the other type, called essential hypertension, affecting only 5% of hypertensive patients. It has many different causes including endocrine diseases, kidney diseases, and tumors. It also can be a side effect of many medications.
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Chaldean Numerology
The numerical value of secondary hypertension in Chaldean Numerology is: 1
Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of secondary hypertension in Pythagorean Numerology is: 2
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