Secondary hypertension
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High blood pressure that has an identifiable, often correctable, cause such as kidney disease, hyperthyroidism, sleep apnea and other conditions.
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High blood pressureWhen blood flowing through arteries pushes on artery walls with abnormally high force over a sustained period of time. Also called hypertension.
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HyperthyroidismA condition in which the thyroid gland makes too much thyroid hormone.
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Blood pressureThe force blood exerts against the walls of the arteries. Optimal blood pressure is less than 120/80 mm Hg.
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Sleep apneaTemporary pause in breathing during sleep, lasting at least 10 seconds and associated with a fall in blood oxygen or arousal from sleep. Obstructive sleep apnea is caused by an…