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High Blood Pressure
Frequently Asked Questions
6. Why is it so important to control my
blood pressure? - cont'd
High blood pressure can cause
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your heart to work too hard and become larger, which can lead to
heart failure
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small bulges (aneurysms) to form in your blood vessels. Common
locations for aneurysms are the aorta, which is the main artery
from the heart; the arteries in your brain, legs, and intestines;
and the artery leading to your spleen.
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