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What Is Hypertension?
Question: What is hypertension
Brief Answer:
High blood pressure (>140/90)....
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Hypertension is referred to increased blood pressure (higher than 140/90).
Specifically, for each stages:
Stage 1 : 140 - 159 / 90 - 99
Stage 2: higher than 160/100
Let me know if you need further clarifications!
Dr.Benard
High blood pressure (>140/90)....
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Hypertension is referred to increased blood pressure (higher than 140/90).
Specifically, for each stages:
Stage 1 : 140 - 159 / 90 - 99
Stage 2: higher than 160/100
Let me know if you need further clarifications!
Dr.Benard
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Dr. Ashwin Bhandari
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