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I am 21, suffer from severe anxiety and in turn, usually have high blood pressure because of it. is this related?
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High blood pressure: Yes. Causes of high blood pressure can be physical or emotional or a combination of the two. See your doctor about what is causing your high blood pressure so you can get proper treatment.
Answered 7/5/2012
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Might be: Anxiety can increase blood pressure but in someone so young, you should rule out other sources of high bp. See your doc.
Answered 8/17/2012
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