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It can also be defined as Secondary Hypertension.
Secondary Hypertension is caused by a diffrent medical problem such as kidney disorder pr a tumor on the adrenal glands. When the other problem is cured, The secondary hypertension should be resolved as well.
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Is Hypertension another name for chronic high blood pressure?
You are right, it is
What is another word for hypertension?
High blood pressure.
What term describes chronic hypertension caused by a different medical problem?
secondary hypertension
When can chronic hypertension with superimposed preeclampsia occur?
This syndrome occurs when a woman with pre-existing chronic hypertension begins to have protein in the urine after week 20 of pregnancy.
Is hypertension the leading cause of chronic renal disease?
no
What are synonyms of the word hypertension?
"Hypertension" means "high blood pressure". There are no one-word synonyms for "hypertension".
What is the onset of chronic hypertension in pregnancy?
This type of hypertension usually exists before pregnancy or may develop before week 20 of pregnancy.
What sorts of problems might a person develop who has chronic hypertension?
If a person has chronic hypertension, he or she is at risk of developing a whole host of problems. These include Heart disease, pulmonary embolisms, and excessive swelling in the hands, face, and feet.
What icd 9 for acute and chronic renal failure in patient with hypertension?
584.9, 403.90, 585.9
What causes Chronic dyspnea?
Chronic dyspnea can be caused by asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), bronchitis, emphysema, inflammation of the lungs, pulmonary hypertension, tumors, or disorders of the vocal cords
Is it true that hypertension which is caused by another condition is called essential hypertension?
true
Women over the age of 65 report higher levels of which chronic health conditions?
arthritis and hypertension
