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What is stage 3 hypertension, what are the other stages of hypertension?

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Dr. Andrew Oswari answered

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Severe hypertension: Stage 3 hypertension is a blood pressure of 180-210/110-120. Medications are extremely important to prevent any cardiovascular incidents such as heart attacks and/or strokes. There are four stages of hypertension, but this is a serious condition that needs medical follow up.

Answered 9/28/2016

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Stages: For the stages of htn, please see: http://www.Nhlbi.Nih.Gov/guidelines/hypertension/phycard.Pdf the europeans recognize a 3rd stage. It is >180/>110.

Answered 11/16/2012

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What is best med(s) to help control hypertension. 3 month average 170/110.?

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