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What is hypertension? Why is it caused? What harm can it do?
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11/10/2021 6:40 pm
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What is hypertension? Why is it caused? What harm can it do?
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11/10/2021 6:41 pm
High blood pressure is called hypertension. It is caused by the constriction of very small arteries which results in increased resistance to blood flow. Very high blood pressure can lead to rupture of artery and internal bleeding.
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