Hypertension
The presence of chronic increased pressure in the systemic arterial system.
What is Hypertension?
Hypertension is a symptom that people may experience for many reasons. It can be related to infections, chronic conditions, injuries, medication effects, or other health changes. The presence of this symptom alone does not diagnose any condition.
If you have Hypertension that is severe, persistent, or accompanied by other warning signs, contact a qualified healthcare provider.
Possible conditions associated with Hypertension
The following conditions have been associated with Hypertension. Only a health professional can determine the underlying cause.
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Acromegaly
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Acute interstitial pneumonia
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Acute transverse myelitis
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Adiposis dolorosa
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Adrenocortical carcinoma
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Aicardi-Goutieres syndrome 7
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Alexander disease
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Related symptoms
When to seek medical care
Seek urgent care if Hypertension is severe, sudden, or occurs with chest pain, difficulty breathing, confusion, severe weakness, or other serious symptoms.