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OpenStudy (anonymous):

Identify the homestatic imbalance that causes hypertension

OpenStudy (blues):

Hypertension happens when there is the fluid pressure of blood in the arteries is too high. The question sort of asks what causes hypertension - what goes wrong and leads to this condition? Is that much clear?

OpenStudy (anonymous):

i know hypertension is caused by blood pumping and pushing too hard and making the heart work too hard...

OpenStudy (blues):

It can be caused by that. It can also be caused by kidney disease that affect body fluid volumes and concentrations.

OpenStudy (anonymous):

alright alright, so hypertension deals with cardiovascular system. are there any other organ systems involved?

OpenStudy (blues):

I just mentioned the renal system...

OpenStudy (anonymous):

Hormones such as adrenaline when exercising or cortisol when stressed can cause a rise in blood pressure

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