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  1. In 90-95% of cases no specific cause for high blood pressure is found but in 5-10% of cases an underlying medical condition is found.
  2. High Blood Pressure cannot be felt or sensed and so repeated measurements are needed to make the diagnosis. This is why it has been called The SILENT Killer.
  3. The main approaches to lifestyle management of high blood pressure are weight control, exercise, low-salt diet, moderate alcohol, and stress management.
  4. There are many medications used for high blood pressure. It can take time to find the ideal combination and dosage – the target is usually 140/90 or lower.
  5. High Blood Pressure is one of several cardiovascular risk factors. Others include overweight, not exercising, smoking, stress, high cholesterol and diabetes.