Corticosteroid-induced hypertension: Corticosteroid-induced hypertension is high blood pressure caused by use of corticosteroids. Patients with an existing history of hypertension may suffer further blood pressure increases while taking corticosteroids. Severity of symptoms varies amongst patients depending on their susceptibility, underlying health and duration of corticosteroid therapy. More detailed information about the symptoms, causes, and treatments of Corticosteroid-induced hypertension is available below.
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Prognosis for Corticosteroid-induced hypertension: Eliminating corticosteroid use can significantly reverse the blood pressure increase.
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