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Secondary Hypertension

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Updated February 20, 2007

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Definition:

Secondary high blood pressure is caused by another health condition. Damaged kidney tissue (most common), certain tumors, thyroid problems and other conditions can cause high blood pressure. Once first medical condition is treated, the blood pressure usually returns to normal.

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