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How much do you know about high blood pressure?

  1. A healthy adult blood pressure is 140/90.
  2. High blood pressure can cause damage to the brain, eyes, kidneys, and blood vessels.
  3. Most cases of hypertension are caused by kidney disease.
  4. There are numerous factors that may increase your risk for high blood pressure.
  5. Most doctors suggest changing your lifestyle in addition to prescribing drugs to help treat high blood pressure.

Reviewed by Matthew Hoffman, MD on October 28, 2008

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