Hypertension

Hypertension - Causes and Risk Factors

Causes of hypertension:

Primary (essential) hypertension:

In most adults, there is no identifiable cause of hypertension. This is called primary, or essential hypertension.

Secondary hypertension:

Some people have an underlying health condition which causes their high blood pressure. This is called secondary hypertension. People may require evaluation for causes of secondary hypertension if they have unusual features, or if their blood pressure is difficult to control.

Some causes of secondary hypertension are as follows:

Hormonal disorders (adrenal, pituitary or thyroid gland disorders)
Kidney disorders
Obstructive sleep apnoea
Abnormalities of the blood vessels or heart
Certain medications

Risk factors for hypertension:

Older age
Family history of hypertension
Smoking
Obesity
Heavy alcohol consumption

Hypertension - Preparing for surgery

Hypertension - Post-surgery care

Hypertension - Other Information

Candesartan Cilexetil,

Captopril,

Carvedilol,

Diltiazem Hydrochloride,

Hydrochlorothiazide,

Indapamide Hemihydrate,

Verapamil Hydrochloride

Article contributed by Endocrinology, Singapore General Hospital

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