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Should cardiologist check kidney function with high blood pressure?
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Often : For individuals with hypertension alone, taking no more than 1 to 2 blood pressure lower medications and with stable blood pressure and who are asymptomatic, kidney function can be checked once to twice a year. More frequent measurements may be indicated depending on your risk factors.
Answered 4/23/2013
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Yes: The two are closely related on a number of levels. You've got the right idea. It will also enable them to better pick the meds to treat your hypertension.
Answered 3/26/2014
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