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Hypertension
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 | Blood pressure refers to the pressure created in the arteries by blood as the heart contracts and relaxes. High or low blood pressure is associated with several health conditions. |
What do your BP test results mean? | |
 | Your blood pressure measurement falls into one of seven diagnostic categories specified in the National Heart Foundation’s Guide to Management of Hypertension 2008. |
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 | Hypertension is defined as elevated blood pressure. It is the leading cause of death and disability in the world. Individuals with hypertension may not have any symptoms, so it is often under-diagnosed. |
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