Is high blood pressure genetic?
Written by: Dr. Rowena | Posted: Mar 29 2007
Q: Is high blood pressure passed down from your parents? My father has high blood pressure and has had 2 strokes and 1 heart attack. Am I at a high risk too?
A: Yes. A family history of high blood pressure and heart disease increases an individuals’ risk, but not all people who develop high blood pressure or heart disease have a parent who was effected.
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