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Why does nervousness cause high blood pressure?

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: Nervousness and anxiety can trigger release of stress hormones that can raise the blood pressure some. This would not be expected to raise it into a dangerous range in the short term but might have health risks over time.

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Nervousness and anxiety can trigger release of stress hormones that can raise the blood pressure some. This would not be expected to raise it into a dangerous range in the short term but might have health risks over time.

Answered 4/17/2023

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Why does nervousness cause high blood pressure?

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