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Hypertension or high blood
pressure is a medical
condition wherein the blood
pressure is chronically
elevated. While it is
formally called arterial
hypertension, the word
"hypertension" without a
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Blood pressure
Blood pressure is the
pressure exerted by the
blood on the walls of the
blood vessels. Unless
indicated otherwise, blood
pressure is understood to
mean arterial blood
pressure, i.e., the pressure
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COX-2 inhibitor
COX-2 selective inhibitor is
a form of Non-steroidal
anti-inflammatory drug
(NSAID) that directly
targets COX-2, an enzyme
responsible for inflammation
and pain. Selectivity for
COX-2 reduces the risk of
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Adipose tissue
Adipose tissue, or fat, is
an anatomical term for loose
connective tissue composed
of adipocytes. Its main role
is to store energy in the
form of fat, although it
also cushions and insulates
the body. Obesity in
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Epinephrine
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Blood vessel
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