Young-onset hypertension (YOH) is high blood pressure that develops in people under 40 years old. It's a common condition that can increase the risk of cardiovascular disease and death.
Early-life factors, such as lifestyle behaviors, can influence blood pressure
A familial trait that can increase the risk of organ damage and cardiovascular death
Phaeochromocytoma (PCC), a rare but life-threatening tumor that secretes adrenaline and noradrenaline
Higher blood pressure at a young age can lead to abnormalities in the heart and brain
It can increase the risk of cardiovascular events by middle age