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How does stress lead to hypertension?
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Unknown: Although stress may lead to the release of some hormones that may cause elevation of blood pressure like adrenaline. The exact link has not been proven and the definition of stress most of the time is relatively subjective and not well measured.
Answered 3/26/2013
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Stress may lead to: Hypertension by constricting blood vessels near the surface of the body as part of the fight/flight response. If this emergency response is set off too often or stays on too long, blood pressure may become persistently elevated. Skin temperature biofeedback is an effective treatment. Check www.Bcia.Org & www.Aapb.Org for biofeedback professionals & more information..
Answered 10/5/2013
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