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Identify patients hypertension is most likely caused by


Problem: A 59-year-old woman presents to her primary care physician. She has a history of hypertension and obesity. She has lost 20 pounds over the last six months due to dieting and exercise. She eats only during a 6-hour period each day. The rest of the day, she drinks water and herbal teas to curb her appetite. Her home blood pressure readings have been elevated over the last six months, while previously they were normal on her current antihypertensive regimen. Current medications include amlodipine and lisinopril. She has no allergies. She does not use alcohol, tobacco, or illicit drugs. Temperature is 98.1°F, pulse is 70/min, and blood pressure is 166/80 mmHg. Her physical examination is within normal limits. This patient's hypertension is most likely caused by which of the following? Need Assignment Help? (A) Primary hyperaldosteronism (B) Liddle syndrome (C) Hypercortisolism (D) Pheochromocytoma (E) Herbal tea consumption Please direct answer

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