secondary hypertension

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Noun secondary hypertension has 1 sense

secondary hypertension - hypertension that is secondary to another disease
--₁ is a kind of high blood pressure, hypertension

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Secondary Hypertension

Description:

Secondary hypertension refers to high blood pressure that is caused by an underlying medical condition or medication use. Unlike primary hypertension, which has no identifiable cause, secondary hypertension can be linked to specific factors or diseases.

Sample Sentences:

Due to her kidney problems, she developed secondary hypertension.
The doctor determined that the patient's high blood pressure was a result of secondary hypertension caused by a hormonal disorder.
Secondary hypertension can occur due to the use of certain medications, such as corticosteroids.

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