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The genetics of hypertension are not yet fully understood.
Hypertension is not mongentic, there are believed to be many susceptibility loci rather than one gene which will determine whether or not the person develops the condition. Having more of the polymorphisms of the genes at the sucsceptibility loci will lead to a greater chance of developing the condition, however it is crucial to note that genes do not work in isolation, but are expressed as a result of gene/environment interactions.
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Is hypertension related to your diet?
ABSOLUTLY! As well as genetics.
Is hypertension and portal hypertension the same?
No. Portal Hypertension is specific hypertension in the portal system while general hypertension is the primary hypertension. Portal hypertension happens when there is high pressure in the portal circulation or the circulation in the Liver and lower body organs.
What are some good journal sources of information on antihypertensive drugs?
Belden, Heidi. "Debate Continues Over Best Drug for Hypertension." Drug Topics (April 21, 2003): 32. Mechcatie, Elizabeth. "Genetics Will Guide Prescribing for Hypertension: Genotype Predicts Response to Drug." Internal Medicine News (July 1, 2003)
Is Hypertension bad?
Hypertension is not bad.
Does gestational hypertension result in regular hypertension?
Gestational hypertension may or may not result from regular hypertension. But this is usually gone after the pregnancy.
What is the other name of blood pressure?
High blood pressure is hypertension, and low blood pressure is hypotension.
What is primary hypertension?
Hypertension without a known cause is called primary or essential hypertension.
What type of pathogen is hypertension?
hypertension is not a pathogen, it is a condition. There are many causes for hypertension, but I don't know of any pathogens that can directly cause hypertension.
What is the deifference between essential hypertension and secondary hypertension?
Essential hypertension is much the same as primary hypertension while secondary hypertension is high blood pressure caused by another underlying disease.
What is a sentence with hypertension?
The patient had uncontrolled hypertension
Can mistletoe tea be used for hypertension?
Mistletoe might be used for hypertension. It has central effect on hypertension.
What has the author Milton Mendlowitz written?
Milton Mendlowitz has written: 'Systemic arterial hypertension' -- subject(s): Hypertension 'Hypertension' -- subject(s): Hypertension
